BigHat Biosciences

Controller

• Serve as BigHat's in-house technical accounting authority; research and prepare position memos on complex transactions, new GAAP pronouncements, and company-specific accounting policy decisions, analyzing and communicating risks and benefits effectively.
• Execute general ledger operations and lead the financial close process to ensure accurate and timely US GAAP financial statements.
• Drive R&D accounting across CRO and vendor accruals, prepaids, and program-level cost tracking.
• Build and deliver financial reporting packages and board-level management decks; translate financial results and key metrics into clear narratives for executive leadership and the Board.
• Design, implement, and maintain a SOX compliance internal control framework for a high-growth company.
• Lead audit readiness and drive clean, timely delivery of annual financial statement audits in accordance with GAAP.
• Manage federal, state, and local tax compliance with external advisors; lead R&D tax credit studies and other R&D-related tax matters.
• Evaluate and implement AI-enabled tools and finance technology, including procure-to-pay and close management tools.
• Own payroll administration and equity accounting and plan administration under ASC 718, including stock-based compensation expense, 409A valuation support, cap table integrity, and related financial statement disclosures.
• Own NetSuite ERP implementation, including processes and controls while maintaining segregation of duties.

Senior Director, Controller