Associate Director, Accounting
TScan Therapeutics, Waltham, MA, United States
Reporting to the Director, Controller, the Associate Director, Accounting’s key responsibilities include driving the monthly and quarterly close processes, assisting with financial reporting and equity administration, and ownership of the clinical accrual process. The Associate Director, Accounting will also play a key role in the external audit process and will contribute to implementing TScan’s effective control environment. The individual should be highly organized and proactive, with strong attention to detail, a sound understanding of accounting, financial reporting and internal controls, prioritization skills, and a focus on client service. The individual should enjoy working in a fast‑paced and rapidly growing environment with collaboration across teams and functions at TScan as a trusted partner.
Responsibilities
Manage significant sections of the monthly and quarterly close processes, including clinical, research and development, and general and administrative accruals and reconciliations
Prepare and lead materials related to monthly accrual meetings with functional teams, specifically for ongoing clinical trials
Work closely with Financial, Planning and Analysis team to analyze financial results and ensure alignment within the team
Review of monthly tasks, journal entries and account reconciliations
Prepare and review footnotes related to the quarterly and annual SEC filings and assist with earnings releases
Liaison with external auditors on quarterly reviews and year‑end audit
Assist in maintenance of an effective control environment in accordance with Section 404 of the Sarbanes‑Oxley Act, including collaboration with internal audit function
Manage day‑to‑day operations of company equity plans (stock options, RSUs, ESPP)
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA certification preferred
7+ years of prior related accounting experience
Previous experience in public accounting and/or a small‑to‑mid‑size public biotech and or pharmaceutical company preferred
Strong knowledge and ability to interpret and apply U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements and relevant accounting and financial concepts for publicly traded companies
Relevant accounting experience: general month close operations, accruals and reconciliations, clinical trial accounting, equity administration
In‑depth knowledge of SOX and demonstrated ability to implement and maintain financial controls and accounting policies and procedures
Ability to apply judgment with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to combine attention to detail with an understanding of broader strategic context
Strong project management skills and experience; ability to prioritize multiple initiatives concurrently with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Collaborative and consultative team player who can thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
About TScan TScan Therapeutics is a fully integrated, next‑generation TCR‑T cell therapy company. Founded in 2018, TScan’s platform was developed by Stephen Elledge, Ph.D., and Tomasz Kula, Ph.D., at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School. TScan’s transformative platform enables rapid discovery of TCRs and targets for engineered T cell therapy. This technology is extremely versatile and is applicable across multiple therapeutic areas beyond cancers, including autoimmune disorders and infectious diseases.
EEO Statement TScan is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic identified by federal, state, or local laws where we operate. TScan provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. To begin an interactive dialogue with TScan regarding a reasonable accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the responsibilities of the position for which the applicant has applied, please contact the recruiter.
Pay Transparency TScan Therapeutics’ pay ranges are established based on external market data from third‑party compensation surveys and our internal benchmarking. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Individual compensation within this range is commensurate with a candidate’s specific qualifications, including education, overall experience, relevant experience, and specific skills. We strive to ensure that compensation is competitive, equitable, and aligned with the value each TScanner brings to the role.
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Responsibilities
Manage significant sections of the monthly and quarterly close processes, including clinical, research and development, and general and administrative accruals and reconciliations
Prepare and lead materials related to monthly accrual meetings with functional teams, specifically for ongoing clinical trials
Work closely with Financial, Planning and Analysis team to analyze financial results and ensure alignment within the team
Review of monthly tasks, journal entries and account reconciliations
Prepare and review footnotes related to the quarterly and annual SEC filings and assist with earnings releases
Liaison with external auditors on quarterly reviews and year‑end audit
Assist in maintenance of an effective control environment in accordance with Section 404 of the Sarbanes‑Oxley Act, including collaboration with internal audit function
Manage day‑to‑day operations of company equity plans (stock options, RSUs, ESPP)
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA certification preferred
7+ years of prior related accounting experience
Previous experience in public accounting and/or a small‑to‑mid‑size public biotech and or pharmaceutical company preferred
Strong knowledge and ability to interpret and apply U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements and relevant accounting and financial concepts for publicly traded companies
Relevant accounting experience: general month close operations, accruals and reconciliations, clinical trial accounting, equity administration
In‑depth knowledge of SOX and demonstrated ability to implement and maintain financial controls and accounting policies and procedures
Ability to apply judgment with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to combine attention to detail with an understanding of broader strategic context
Strong project management skills and experience; ability to prioritize multiple initiatives concurrently with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Collaborative and consultative team player who can thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
About TScan TScan Therapeutics is a fully integrated, next‑generation TCR‑T cell therapy company. Founded in 2018, TScan’s platform was developed by Stephen Elledge, Ph.D., and Tomasz Kula, Ph.D., at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School. TScan’s transformative platform enables rapid discovery of TCRs and targets for engineered T cell therapy. This technology is extremely versatile and is applicable across multiple therapeutic areas beyond cancers, including autoimmune disorders and infectious diseases.
EEO Statement TScan is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic identified by federal, state, or local laws where we operate. TScan provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. To begin an interactive dialogue with TScan regarding a reasonable accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the responsibilities of the position for which the applicant has applied, please contact the recruiter.
Pay Transparency TScan Therapeutics’ pay ranges are established based on external market data from third‑party compensation surveys and our internal benchmarking. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Individual compensation within this range is commensurate with a candidate’s specific qualifications, including education, overall experience, relevant experience, and specific skills. We strive to ensure that compensation is competitive, equitable, and aligned with the value each TScanner brings to the role.
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