Executive Director/VP of Finance and Accounting

Monopar Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative treatments for patients with unmet medical needs. This is a hands-on leadership role on a small finance team. The Executive Director/VP of Finance and Accounting owns the company’s accounting, tax, treasury, and SEC reporting functions end to end, setting direction and doing the day-to-day work. The right candidate leads and develops a small team while remaining comfortable being both the reviewer and the preparer, and partners closely with HR, payroll, and outside advisors. What you’ll do… Oversee the scaling and optimization of accounting systems and processes within Microsoft Business Central, including identifying opportunities to automate or streamline processes and executing planned automation and technological advances. Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close across Accounts Payable, leases, payroll, and stock compensation, including preparing and reviewing journal entries and performing account and bank reconciliations directly as needed. Lead the preparation and review of SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and 8-K, and manage the audit and review cycles with external auditors and outside counsel. Own accounting policies and compliance, ensuring conformity with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and applicable laws, regulations, and SEC requirements. Own internal control over financial reporting (ICFR), including designing, documenting, and testing key controls. Manage all tax matters with the external tax advisors, including the income tax provision, federal, state, and local filings, R&D credit studies, and 1099 reporting. Manage treasury and cash operations, including cash forecasting, bank relationships, wire and payment approvals, and Accounts Payable oversight. Oversee the investment portfolio, including accounting for and reporting on short-term investments, monitoring compliance with the investment policy, and coordinating with investment advisors. Administer equity, including option and RSU grants, stock-based compensation accounting, cap table and equity plan maintenance, and support for Section 16 and equity-related disclosures. Coordinate with HR and payroll on compensation, benefits, and 401(k) matters, including payroll processing and review, payroll tax filings, and the annual 401(k) audit. Ad Hoc Accounting tasks, including ad hoc technical accounting analysis, as necessary. What skills & experience you’ll bring to us… Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics or a related field; CPA strongly preferred 15+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including public company SEC reporting; clinical-stage biopharma or life sciences experience preferred Hands-on operator who is comfortable owning the work as well as reviewing it, leading and developing a small team while staying directly involved in the day-to-day Working knowledge of internal control over financial reporting and SOX requirements in a public company environment, including control documentation, testing, and remediation Direct experience with tax compliance and the income tax provision, working alongside external tax advisors Experience with treasury and cash management, short-term investment portfolios, and bank administration Experience administering equity plans, including option and RSU grants and stock-based compensation accounting Experience overseeing payroll, benefits, and 401(k) administration and audit Knowledge of key US GAAP accounting topics including, but not limited to, stock-based compensation, fair value measurements, and leases Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Suite and ADP Experience with Microsoft Business Central and Certent Experience with Excel (VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, INDEX, MATCH, PIVOT TABLES, etc.) Experience with creating improvements in Business Central Passionate about continuous improvement, and creation of efficient workflow processes Ability to work in the Company’s Wilmette, Illinois office (north of Chicago) five days per week. This is primarily an on-site role; however, for exceptionally qualified candidates residing outside the greater Chicago area, the Company may consider a limited hybrid arrangement requiring on-site presence for one week every four to five weeks. Monopar Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. The estimated base pay for this position is $235,000- $285,000. Our benefits package includes health insurance, paid time off, 401k, annual corporate bonus, and stock options. Compensation is determined based on qualifications and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Monopar Therapeutics Inc.