Assistant Controller

Pulse Biosciences (Nasdaq: PLSE) is a bio-electric medicine company committed to health innovation that has the potential to improve and extend the lives of patients. The CellFX® System will be the first commercial product to harness the distinctive advantages of our proprietary Nano-Pulse Stimulation™ (NPS™) technology. The unique cell-specific effects of the NPS mechanism of action have the potential to significantly benefit patients across multiple medical applications, including dermatology, our first planned commercial application.

We exist to make a positive difference in the lives of patients, physicians, healthcare providers, shareholders and our Pulse Biosciences team members. We take pride in hiring the best and brightest minds to our world-class company. Individuals who are creative, forward-thinking, and who approach challenges with an innovative attitude will excel in our culture.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Corporate Controller, the Assistant Controller will take ownership of operational accounting, as well as certain technical functions such as tax provision and stock-based compensation. Key contributor in the selection and implementation of finance business solutions aimed at enhancing the efficiency and quality of our close process and streamlining cross functional engagement. The right candidate will combine relevant experience both in the life sciences industry and publicly traded companies. In addition, this role will have active involvement in the Company’s international expansion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
 

• Hands on responsibilities which include account reconciliation analysis, review journal entries and review accounting classifications, in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Able to identify, optimize and automate accounting processes and drive efficient and streamlined close processes.
• Support annual and quarterly audit preparation activities including SEC filings and required quarterly financial statements disclosures.
• Prepare/review accounting memos along with the Senior Manager of Technical Accounting, to document the Company’s analysis and reporting of new accounting standards, non-routine transactions, equity accounting, revenue recognition, inventory costing, etc.
• Responsible for equity related transactions including preparation of month/quarter-end accounting transactions, stock-based compensation and reconciliation of all equity activity.
• Analyze contracts, review work performed under contract and prepare accruals at period-end. Review contracts for potential financial implications.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of Sarbanes-Oxley internal control certification requirements. Ensure compliance with established controls.
• Responsible for managing outsourced tax partners ensure all tax compliance including quarterly and annual tax provisions, R&D credits, federal and state income tax returns, international transfer pricing agreements, Sales tax, GST/PST, VAT, etc.
• Support in the development of new processes in support of domestic and international commercial launch.
• Update and document accounting policies and procedures.
• Working with the order to cash team, ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP revenue recognition.
• Other financial reporting, special projects and accounting duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• CPA strongly preferred. Big 4 experience preferred.
• 6+ years of combined public accounting and public company in the life science industry is required. Medical device is preferred.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements. Previous experience with SOX compliance is required.
• Knowledge of and experience in researching and documenting accounting guidance.
• Effective time management, organization and prioritization skills in managing multiple projects with proven ability to meet tight deadlines. Ability to work in a highly dynamic environment with limited day-to-day oversight.
• Strong Excel skills. Experience with NetSuite and E*Trade preferred.

Skills, Abilities, and Other Requirements:

• Proficient knowledge and skill in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Excellent oral written communication skills and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work conscientiously and with minimal direction, using good judgment, taking initiative to accomplish short and long-range projects, and recommend actions with minimal direction.
• Ability to work as a team member, multi-task and be very flexible to adapt to the ever-changing work priorities and requirements of a dynamic, fast growing company.
• Highly positive and collaborative individual that excels at developing working relationships, building consensus and fostering trust.
• Requires occasional weekend and evening work to meet time-sensitive deadlines. Ability to lift 10-15 pounds.

Our corporate headquarters is located in Hayward, California. To learn more about us, visit our website at www.pulsebiosciences.com.

At Pulse Biosciences, we are committed to providing a respectful work environment to our diverse workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, age, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Principals only; unsolicited candidate submissions from recruiters or third-party agencies will be considered free referrals.