Accounting Manager

Vivani Medical•Alameda, CA

44d•Hybrid

About The Position

Vivani Medical (NASDAQ: VANI) is a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company developing a portfolio of miniature, ultra long-acting drug implants by leveraging its proprietary technology platform, NanoPortal™. As the Company continues to scale its operations and strengthen its finance infrastructure, we are seeking a highly capable and proactive Accounting Manager to support and enhance core accounting operations, internal controls, SOX compliance, and financial reporting processes within a dynamic public company environment. The Accounting Manager will play a critical leadership role within the accounting organization, overseeing key accounting processes, managing close and reporting activities, supporting SOX implementation and compliance initiatives, and driving operational improvements across the finance function. This role requires a strong technical accounting foundation, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced, evolving environment. The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who takes ownership of issues, identifies opportunities for improvement, and drives projects and processes forward with limited oversight. The Accounting Manager will work closely with leadership, external auditors, consultants, and business stakeholders to help build scalable accounting and compliance infrastructure appropriate for a growing public company. This role requires a minimum of three days in the Alameda facility and may require travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience
Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, month-end close, consolidations, and public company accounting environments
Experience supporting or managing SOX compliance and internal controls
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to operate as a proactive self-starter with strong ownership mentality and follow-through

Nice To Haves

CPA license
Public company accounting experience
Experience supporting SEC reporting processes
Experience performing internal audit or SOX testing activities
Experience managing external consultants or outsourced accounting resources
Experience with: NetSuite, QuickBooks, Bill.com, Gusto, Expensify
Experience within biotech, medtech, life sciences, or other regulated industries

Responsibilities

Manage and review key accounting processes, journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
Review and support accounting processes related to: Procure-to-pay operations, Cash and treasury activity, Fixed assets, Prepaid expenses, Accrued liabilities, Intercompany activity and consolidations, Equity and stock compensation accounting
Support preparation and review of financial statement support schedules and disclosure tie-outs
Assist with SEC reporting support activities, including support for Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and related disclosures
Ensure accounting documentation is complete, organized, and audit-ready
Support implementation, enhancement, enforcement, and ongoing monitoring of SOX controls and compliance processes
Maintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, and process documentation
Coordinate walkthroughs, testing support, remediation tracking, and control evidence retention
Help establish scalable internal control frameworks aligned with COSO and public company requirements
Monitor compliance with delegated authority requirements, approval workflows, and accounting policies
Perform in-house SOX internal audit activities, including: control testing, documentation review, identification of control gaps, and remediation follow-up
Evaluate operational and financial process risks and recommend control improvements
Assist with preparation for external audit and SOX auditor review activities
Educate and support business partners on accounting guidance, procurement requirements, internal controls, and best practices
Serve as a resource to operational teams regarding accounting procedures and documentation expectations
Promote a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement across the organization
Manage and coordinate external consultants and third-party accounting resources, as needed
Support implementation of new accounting systems, process automation initiatives, and operational improvements
Participate in special projects, technical accounting analyses, and ad hoc finance initiatives
Assist with policy development and accounting process standardization