Director of Accounting

Ready to drive financial leadership for a high-growth biopharmaceutical leader? Join our client's dynamic team as a Director of Accounting in Boston, in a hybrid role (2–3 days/week onsite). Reporting to the Corporate Controller, you’ll oversee a team of accounting professionals, ensure compliance, and drive manufacturing accounting, inventory management, and cash flow forecasting in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Salary: Up to $230,000 (DOE) bonus annual LTI (3-year vest) and comprehensive benefits.

Location: Hybrid role based in Boston, MA (local Boston-area candidates only, 2–3 days/week onsite).

Note: The company is unable to sponsor candidates at this time.

Why Join Us?

• High-Impact Leadership: Lead a high-performing accounting team for a billion-dollar biopharmaceutical firm.
• Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy 2–3 days/week onsite in Boston’s Seaport with a collaborative, modern office.
• Career Growth: Drive enterprise-wide projects and shape financial strategy with C-suite exposure.
• Competitive Rewards: Earn up to $230,000, bonus, LTI, and robust benefits.
• Innovative Culture: Thrive in a solutions-oriented team focused on cutting-edge science.
• Strategic Impact: Support a multi-year ERP implementation and global growth initiatives.
  
  

What You’ll Do

• Oversee day-to-day, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Lead general ledger activities, accounts payable, payroll, revenue recognition, and cost accounting.
• Manage manufacturing accounting, inventory workflows, and cash flow forecasting to support operations.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, and tax regulations, including corporate and sales tax.
• Serve as the primary contact for external auditors, facilitating annual audits and providing required schedules.
• Develop and enforce robust internal controls and accounting policies to enhance financial integrity.
• Drive process improvements and automation to streamline workflows and shorten close cycles.
• Oversee intercompany transactions, allocation methodologies, and physical inventory processes.
• Provide strategic financial insights to support R&D, manufacturing, and commercial operations.
• Lead and mentor a team of 5 direct reports and 3–4 indirect reports, fostering a culture of accountability.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 10 years in public accounting with leadership experience; life sciences, medical devices, or manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Certifications: CPA required.
• Technical Skills: Expertise in ERP systems (SAP/NetSuite experience a plus); advanced Excel skills.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of US GAAP, IFRS, manufacturing accounting, and inventory management.
• Skills: Exceptional leadership, analytical, and communication skills to engage cross-functional teams.
• Mindset: Solutions-oriented, hands-on, and thrives in a fast-paced, growth-driven environment.
• Location: Local to the Boston area for hybrid work (2–3 days/week onsite in Seaport).
  
  

Ready to Transform Financial Operations?

Join a biopharmaceutical leader where your expertise will drive excellence and innovation! Submit your resume to Kyle Emery at kemery@kbwfinancial.com today. Don’t miss this chance to lead in a high-impact, dynamic role!

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