COMPANY:

At BioCryst, we are passionate about advancing novel therapeutics for patients with rare and serious diseases. Our structure-guided drug design process leads us to the discovery and development of novel small-molecule drugs. We integrate traditional biology and medicinal chemistry along with a wide array of advanced technologies to understand the three-dimensional structures of active sites of target enzymes. Our scientists then design molecular structures to create bespoke drugs for patients. We focus on therapeutic areas with either no available treatments or large unmet patient needs. BioCryst’s US headquarters are located in Durham, North Carolina, our European headquarters in Dublin, Ireland and our Discovery Center of Excellence in Birmingham, Alabama. We are proud of our culture of engagement and accountability that rewards people for innovative thinking and achievement of key objectives. For more information, please visit the Company’s website at www.biocryst.com.

JOB SUMMARY:

This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to play a critical role in the success of BioCryst’s accounting organization. Reporting to the VP, Global Controller, the Executive Director Accounting, a newly created role, will lead the general ledger team in implementation and identification of process improvements and optimization of our business processes across the Company to ensure scalability and efficiency. This role is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate financial results while ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced individual looking to continue to develop and work in a fast-paced, dynamic biotech environment. This position requires an in-depth knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and public company financial reporting and internal controls requirements. This position will coordinate with external auditors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise a team whose activities include the monthly close processes and procedures, general accounting (intercompany, accrued expense, prepaids, global consolidation) and accounting operations (Global AP, AR, Cash collections, payroll accounting)
• Manage all aspects of the Global close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of month-end and quarter-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and global consolidation.
• Reviews journal entries, account reconciliations and internal control documentation as necessary.
• Streamline existing processes and procedures to continually improve efficiency and controls.
• Team with the VP, Global Controller to ensure the general ledger process and people are in place to deliver timely and accurate monthly financial statements.
• Collaborate in the development, implementation and oversight of company-wide accounting policies and controls consistent with SEC, US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
• Support external audit and internal audit support by satisfying all requests timely and accurately.
• Work closely with the External Reporting team to support external reporting requirements.
• Recruit, hire, coach, mentor and develop staff to scale a high performing general ledger team.
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 13 years of work experience in corporate accounting in roles of increasing responsibility.
• 5 years’ experience in leadership role in a public company with accountability for leading the monthly close, inclusive of intercompany and global consolidation.
• Active CPA license required.
• 3 or more years of Big 4 public accounting audit experience; strongly prefer having reached at least Manager level.
• Biotech/pharmaceutical industry experience.
• Experience in a publicly traded, commercial company with international operations.
• Experience with foreign exchange, global consolidations, leading a global close process.
• Proven ability to recruit, attract, train, mentor and motivate team members.
• Experience leading and shortening the month end close for a global commercial Company and driving process improvements.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work and communicate effectively.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize and to establish and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience working with Oracle required, Oracle Fusion preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Word and PowerPoint and significant experience using Excel.

The statements in this position description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The manager may assign additional responsibilities and assignments from time to time.

BioCryst is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veterans status, disability and/or other protected class characteristics. Additionally, BioCryst is committed to achieving its business objectives in compliance with all federal, state and local law.