Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Gossamer Bio is seeking a Senior Manager, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting to oversee SEC filings, U.S. GAAP compliance, and internal control requirements. The role manages equity administration and stock-based compensation accounting while partnering with Accounting/Finance, Legal, Investor Relations, and external auditors to support accurate financial reporting and public company compliance.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and review SEC filings, including:
- Forms 10-K and 10-Q
- Forms 8-K
- Proxy Statements (DEF 14A)
- Registration Statements (S-3, S-8, etc.)
- Section 16 filings, as applicable
- Partner with Legal and Investor Relations to ensure consistency of public disclosures across SEC filings, earnings materials, and investor communications
- Research and document technical accounting issues and emerging accounting standards
- Manage the Company's equity administration function, including stock option, RSU, PSU, and ESPP programs, and oversee the accounting, valuation support, and SEC disclosures related to stock-based compensation
- Support SOX compliance efforts related to financial reporting and disclosure controls
- Collaborate with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits
- Provide support for various accounting, tax, and operational projects as needed to meet business objectives
Skills
- • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- • Requires CPA and 5+ years of relevant accounting experience preferably in the public biotech/pharmaceutical or public accounting environment
- • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
- • Knowledge of SEC disclosure modernization and XBRL requirements
- • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- • Ability to prioritize assignments, take ownership, and meet deadlines on time-sensitive and highly visible projects
- • Demonstrated analytical skills complemented by strong attention to detail and sense of responsibility
- • Ability to work independently while communicating effectively across functions, with external partners, and with senior leadership
- • Desire to take on challenges in a dynamic growth environment
- Preferred location is San Diego, CA (hybrid)
- This position may also be performed remotely by candidates residing within the United States
- Experience with stock-based compensation accounting a plus
- Experience with Wdesk - Workiva a plus
- Experience with E\•Trade Equity Edge a plus
Benefits
- Annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) and 401(k) matching
- Long-term incentive plan
- Disability plan
- Vacation pay
- Sick time
- Holiday pay
- Work, personal and family time off in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans
- Hybrid work arrangement in San Diego, CA
- Remote work for candidates residing within the United States
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