Financial Reporting Manager

ARS Pharmaceuticals Operations•San Diego, CA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

ARS Pharmaceuticals is a fast-growing, innovative company dedicated to transforming the treatment of severe allergic reactions with neffy®, the first and only FDA-approved needle-free epinephrine product. If you’re motivated to make a meaningful impact, this is your opportunity to join a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and inclusive culture. The Financial Reporting Manager is responsible for the preparation of all external financial reporting and related SEC filings, accounting for equity-based transactions, and a broad range of accounting operation activities to ensure compliance with GAAP, regulations, and corporate policies. This position will report to the Financial Reporting & SOX Manager. ARS Pharmaceuticals, Inc., operates in a hybrid work environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting/Finance (or equivalent) is required
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required.
Minimum of 3+ years of in‑house accounting experience at a public company and/or public accounting experience is required.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404.
Advanced Excel skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and shift with changing priorities.
Highly organized and accountable for meeting tight deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
Capability to learn new tasks in appropriate timeframes.

Nice To Haves

Biotech/pharma or high-tech industry experience is preferred.
Active Disclosure experience is preferred.
Equity compensation accounting experience preferred.
Experience with large-scale enterprise software systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and prepare SEC filings (using Active Disclosure), including Form 10-Q’s, Form 10-K’s, Form 8-K’s, and press releases in compliance with GAAP and SEC regulations.
Support quarterly reviews and annual audits including providing supporting documentation and following up on questions as needed.
Participate in the monthly financial close process ensuring accounts assigned are properly recorded, prepare account reconciliations, journal entries, and report preparation.
Assist in the oversight of financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems including SOX 404 compliance and the management of external SOX consultants.
Participate in finance and accounting projects including system and process implementations as assigned.
Assist with support preparation for external tax preparers.
Perform other duties as assigned.