Corporate Controller

At Viridian, we are focused on developing best-in-class medicines for people living with autoimmune and rare diseases. Leveraging our team’s expertise in antibody discovery and engineering, we have created a robust pipeline of differentiated investigational therapeutic candidates for well-validated targets.

Reporting to the VP, Finance, the Senior Director, Corporate Controller will oversee all accounting operations and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and other regulations.

This role is based in our Waltham, MA headquarters. Our office-based employees are required to work in the office three (3) days a week.

Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Be key contributor in assessing and evolving systems and processes to support growth of company
• Oversee high functioning accounting team and provide leadership and development opportunities to team members
• Lead all aspects of accounting operations, including the general ledger, payroll and equity, and consolidations
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of GAAP-compliant financial statements, including SEC reporting
• Oversee robust internal control policies and procedures, including 404(b) SOX compliance
• Coordinate and manage annual audits and quarterly reviews, working closely with external auditors
• Oversee accruals process including clinical trial and manufacturing accruals
• Manage accounting for stock awards, maintain related software, and perform all related reporting as a stock plan administrator
• Technical accounting, reporting and disclosure topics, develop technical memos with the assistance of internal partners and external accounting firms
• Work cross functionally with various teams
• Contribute to building a positive team spirit and supporting the team’s efforts to succeed
• Manage special projects as required

Qualifications:

• 10 years of progressive accounting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.
• Certified Public Accountant preferred
• A combination of public and industry experience is preferred
• Pre-commercial or commercial biotech experience is preferred
• SEC and financial reporting experience including Sarbanes Oxley internal controls experience
• Systems conversions, implementations, and process improvement experience strongly preferred
• Strong project management experience
• A positive team-oriented person to lead, oversee, and develop a team
• Audit preparation and management
• Strategic and innovative thinker – big picture, but also an attention to detail
• Proficient in Workiva or similar SEC reporting software
• Resourceful, forward-thinking and proactive mindset
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven mindset of proactive continuous improvement
• Efficient independent worker with ability to focus and drive for results
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to handle multiple tasks
• Strong commitment to ethical standards
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)
• Ability to travel up to 10%
• The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience

Viridian offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive pay and stock options for all employees
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Fertility and mental health programs
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Life, Travel and AD&D
• 401(k) Company Match with immediate company vest
• Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Generous vacation plan and paid company holiday shutdowns
• Various mental, financial, and proactive physical health programs covered by Viridian

Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, and Local laws. Viridian will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Viridian Therapeutics, Inc participates in E-Verify, the federal program for electronic verification of employment eligibility.