Associate Director, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

Responsibilities

• Required location: Waltham, MA (hub-based, onsite 3-4 days per week)
• Lead the preparation, review, and filing of all SEC reports, including Forms 10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K, proxy statements, and other registration statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness
• Serve as a technical accounting subject‑matter expert, providing guidance on complex accounting matters under U.S. GAAP
• Prepare and review technical accounting memoranda supporting significant or non‑routine transactions and key accounting judgments
• Monitor and assess the impact of new accounting standards and SEC rules; lead implementation efforts and updates to accounting policies and disclosures
• Partner closely with external auditors to support quarterly reviews, annual audits, and the review of other public filings
• Coordinate cross‑functionally with Legal, FP&A, Investor Relations, and external counsel on disclosure matters and public filings
• Prepare materials and run disclosure committee meetings with key stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate public disclosures
• Oversee the EDGARization and XBRL tagging processes, ensuring compliance with SEC requirements and consistency across filings
• Provide accounting support for special projects and ad-hoc reporting and analysis, as necessary
• Required Qualifications:
• 10+ years of progressive experience in public accounting and/or SEC reporting and technical accounting roles with a Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of experience with an advanced degree
• Advanced knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, financial statement disclosures, and internal controls
• Hands‑on experience preparing and reviewing SEC filings and working directly with external auditors and advisors
• Strong ability to research, interpret, and apply accounting literature to complex transactions
• Strong, hands-on experience with IT and financial systems, leveraging ERP platforms, SEC reporting and disclosure tools, and financial reporting systems to support accurate reporting, SOX compliance, data integrity, and efficient close and reporting processes
• Proven project‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex accounting matters to non‑technical stakeholders
• High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and sound professional judgment
• Strong team player that has a customer service approach and is solutions oriented
• Pharmaceutical or life science experience preferred
• Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred
• Current CPA license required
• Salary Range
• $155,000 - $190,000 USD

Benefits

Additional Information

At Kailera, we are bold, authentic and committed to our mission of developing therapies that give people the power to transform their lives and elevate their overall health. Rooted in an entrepreneurial spirit and a team-oriented culture, we are working together to advance Kailera's mission to advance novel therapies for obesity and related conditions. We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes collaboration, integrity, and excellence. As we expand, we seek the most talented individuals with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to join our team.

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