Assoc Director/Director SEC Reporting & SOX Compliance

Erasca•San Diego, CA

About The Position

Erasca is a clinical-stage precision oncology company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing medicines for the benefit of patients with cancer. Our programs take novel approaches to shutting down one of cancer’s most commonly mutated signaling cascades, the RAS/MAPK pathway, which affects approximately 5.5 million lives each year worldwide. The name “Erasca” has an important embedded meaning: it is a contraction of our audacious hope to “erase cancer” that drives our mission and everything that we do on behalf of patients with cancer. Position Summary: Reporting to the SVP, Accounting, the Associate Director or Director, SEC Reporting & SOX Compliance will have a broad scope of responsibility including, but not limited to, the following: SEC reporting, technical accounting research and positions, and SOX compliance. This role will require a deep understanding of US GAAP, SEC guidance, and SOX 404 requirements, strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, and an ability to develop relationships and work cross-functionally. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, detail-oriented, and can help identify and develop best processes and practices to help support the growth of our team and Company.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent
10+ years of accounting experience; combination of public accounting and life science industry experience highly preferred
CPA designation required
Experience working in a SOX 404(b) compliant environment required
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting, and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404
Excellent time management skills and the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks are essential
Proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively share information
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
Strong learning orientation, curiosity, and commitment to science and patients

Nice To Haves

Experience at a commercial biotechnology company is a plus
Experience with NetSuite, Coupa, and Active Disclosure preferred

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and execute all external, SEC financial reporting processes and initiatives, including related activities such as annual, quarterly, and periodic reports (i.e., 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K), ensuring compliance with all disclosure requirements, and assist with the Company's annual proxy statement
Research, interpret and document technical accounting conclusions for new accounting standards and complex accounting issues or transactions
Proactively strive for process improvements to enhance financial reporting processes and implement best practices
Lead SOX 404(b) compliance efforts by designing and implementing new internal controls as needed, monitoring ongoing performance and compliance of SOX procedures, ensuring appropriate documentation (narratives, risk assessments, testing results, etc.), and identifying exceptions and conducting remediation efforts as needed
Manage and coordinate directly with the outsourced internal audit firm, ensuring timely execution of testing and alignment with Company priorities
Manage and coordinate directly with external auditors and facilitate quarterly review and year-end audit procedures, including SOX and internal control matters
Monitor changes in business operations, systems, and organizational structure to assess SOX impact and update control frameworks accordingly
Assist with monthly accounting close duties, as needed
Provide guidance and training to control owners and finance personnel on SOX and accounting matters
Complete special projects and financial analyses, as needed
Perform all duties in keeping with the Company’s core values, policies, and all applicable regulations