About Superluminal Medicines:
Superluminal Medicines is a generative biology and chemistry company revolutionizing the speed and accuracy of how small molecule medicines are created. The Company’s platform aims to create candidate-ready compounds with unprecedented speed using a combination of deep biology, computational and medicinal chemistry, machine learning, and proprietary big data infrastructure. We are expanding the team of talented scientists who seek to build the future of small molecule drug discovery with creativity and innovation.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Manager of Technical Accounting & External Financial Reporting to join our Finance team. This role will serve as a key hands-on manager responsible for day-to-day technical accounting research, external financial reporting preparation, accounting policy drafting, and financial reporting process enhancements.
The Senior Manager, Technical Accounting & External Financial Reporting will be key in preparing evaluations and documentation for complex accounting matters, executing external financial reporting activities, and partnering closely with Finance leadership, external auditors, and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. This individual will help translate complex accounting guidance into practical business solutions while supporting the continuous improvement of our financial infrastructure.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative accounting professional who combines strong technical accounting expertise with excellent communication skills. This individual will build strong cross-functional relationships, partner effectively across teams, and serve as a reliable resource who helps stakeholders understand accounting implications while supporting business goals.
This is a highly visible role for an accounting professional who enjoys solving complex problems, building processes, and creating scalable reporting capabilities in a dynamic biotech environment.
Who Would Love This Role?
An accounting professional who enjoys operating at the intersection of technical accounting, business strategy, and operational execution. Someone who is energized by solving complex accounting challenges, building processes from the ground up, and helping a growing biotech company establish strong financial reporting capabilities.
A natural relationship builder who enjoys partnering with scientists, business leaders, and cross-functional teams to understand the business, anticipate accounting considerations, and provide thoughtful guidance. Someone who sees Finance as a service organization and takes pride in being a trusted partner, translating complex accounting requirements into practical solutions while enabling teams across the company to focus on advancing the science.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Accounting & Accounting Policy
Conduct rigorous technical accounting research and serve as a primary resource for guidance on complex accounting matters and transactions.
Evaluate and document accounting conclusions in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Draft and maintain technical accounting memoranda, position papers, and supporting documentation for significant accounting matters and strategic initiatives.
Analyze the accounting implications of complex transactions, including collaboration arrangements, revenue recognition, equity transactions, stock-based compensation, debt, financing arrangements, leases, and clinical contracts.
Assist in developing, maintaining, and updating accounting policies and procedures to promote consistent application across the organization.
Monitor emerging accounting standards, assess their impact on financial reporting and business operations, and assist in implementation plans.
External Financial Reporting
Lead the hands-on preparation and coordination of quarterly and annual external financial reporting materials, including financial statements, footnote disclosures,…