Director, Accounting & Tax (Controller)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
location_onBedford Street, Burlington, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01803, United States
PharmaEssentia USA Corporation is a rapidly growing biopharmaceutical innovator leveraging deep expertise and proven scientific principles to deliver effective new biologics for challenging diseases in hematology and oncology. Founded in 2003 by a team of Taiwanese-American executives and renowned scientists, the company is listed on the Taipei Exchange and is expanding its global presence with operations in the U.S., Japan, and China, alongside a world-class biologics production facility in Taichung.
Our mission is to transform lives by improving both health and quality of life for patients with limited options today. We believe in the potential of rigorous research and innovative thinking to challenge the status quo with better science. At PharmaEssentia, our goal is to treat as many people with cancer as possible, contributing to expanding options for patients while offering you the rare opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of others and expand your own possibilities.
We are seeking a Director of Accounting and Tax/Controller to join our rapidly growing organization. This role carries full ownership of U.S. accounting and tax infrastructure and operations within a commercial-stage rare disease pharmaceutical company. You will serve as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders, reporting directly to the Head of Finance.
In this position, you will have the opportunity to transform the accounting and tax team into a scalable, high-performing organization capable of supporting rapid growth and operational excellence. You will be pivotal for the dynamic scaling ahead, coaching and inspiring team members while collaborating with cross-functional peers. We are looking for a naturally curious individual with deep industry fluency and public company accounting experience to lead our finance function during this exciting phase of growth.
Interested candidates are invited to apply via our careers portal at us.pharmaessentia.com. Please note that PharmaEssentia does not accept unsolicited agency resumes; staffing agencies should not send resumes to our HR team or employees.
At PharmaEssentia USA, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team are critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
Our culture is defined by a drive to make a difference, a natural urge to learn and grow, and a commitment to excellence in everyday tasks. We value high intellect, strong analytical skills, and a positive energy towards people and problem-solving. We are a non-bureaucratic, flexible team that thrives in a fast-moving environment.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
Work model: Hybrid
Bedford Street, Burlington, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01803, United States
Burlington, Massachusetts
Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Tax, or Business Management. Prior experience in Big 4 public accounting firms. Experience within a commercial-stage pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences organization, or prior experience with Gross to Net and government pricing. Knowledge of IFRS.
Skills: Sox Compliance, Ifrs, Gaap, Transfer Pricing, Gross To Net, Financial Reporting, Period-End Close, Internal Controls, Tax, Accounting Systems.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required; Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Tax, or Business Management strongly preferred.
