Vice President Of Accounting

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Shannon Cincotta
Sr. Director, Talent Acquisition & Management

Ovid Therapeutics Inc. is a New York-based biopharmaceutical company using its BoldMedicine® approach to develop medicines that transform the lives of patients with rare neurological disorders. We believe these disorders represent an attractive area for drug development as the understanding of the underlying biology has grown meaningfully over the last few years and today represents a substantial opportunity medically and commercially. Based on recent scientific advances in genetics and the biological pathways of the brain, we aim to identify, discover and acquire novel compounds for the treatment of rare neurological disorders. We have built a deep knowledge of such disorders, how to treat them and how to develop the clinically meaningful endpoints required for development of a compound in these disorders.

We continue to execute on our strategy to build this pipeline by discovering, in-licensing and collaborating with leading biopharmaceutical companies and academic institutions. Ovid's emerging pipeline programs include OV329, a small molecule GABA aminotransferase inhibitor for seizures associated with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex and Infantile Spasms; OV882, a short hairpin RNA therapy approach for Angelman syndrome; OV815, a genetic therapy approach for KIF1A associated neurological disorder; and other non-disclosed research targets. Additionally, Ovid maintains a financial interest in OV935 which is now being developed by Takeda.

ROLE PURPOSE

The Vice President, main responsibilities are to lead all accounting and finance functions for the Company, reporting to the Chief Business and and Financial Officer, and to be a business partner for the company's cross functional teams including:

• General accounting, including monthly financial statement close and financial reporting
• Financial planning & analysis, including annual budgeting and strategic planning, monthly & quarterly forecasting
• SEC and US GAAP reporting and compliance
• Internal controls, including Sarbanes Oxley
• Coordination of interim and annual external financial statement audit
• Internal financial reporting to Senior (EC) management team
• Treasury
• Equity and shareholder reporting/compliance
• Income tax accounting

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as a trusted business partner to CBFO and CEO and other executive team members, providing strong leadership to a high-performance accounting and finance team, contributing to the success of the company
• Continuously strengthens and maintains a motivated and productive accounting and finance team, supporting the Ovid culture, mission and values
• Leads and directs accounting functions, ensuring timely and accurate monthly closings
• Provides business functions with information, metrics, and counsel to effectively manage the business, helping to ensure achievement of Ovid goals
• Provides leadership of the financial planning team directing and coordinating the budgeting and forecasting processes for operating divisions and corporate functions
• Ensures appropriate processes and internal controls are in place for all financial processes, ensuring SOX compliance
• Leads internal and external financial statement reporting processes, overseeing all related financial filings
• Develops and maintains accounting policies in compliance with all applicable/relevant standards, developing processes and procedures to ensure compliance
• Provides direction and vision to information technology teams, maintaining and improving financial IT processes
• Safeguards and protects all company assets
• Has solid knowledge of and ensures compliance with state and federal regulations (including SEC), US GAAP, accrediting body standards, Ovid policies and procedures, and standards of performance
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance is required.
• Active license as a Certified Public Accountant (“CPA”)
• Must have 10 years' experience supervising financial delivery processes
• Must have 10 years' experience in public company reporting

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Strong planning and analytical skills.
• Strong decision making skills
• Strong SEC, FASB, and GAAP knowledge.
• Strong leadership, communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent supervisory skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in the principles, procedures and best practices of accounting field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent group presentation skills (if applicable).
• Excellent level software proficiency and understanding of technology, in general.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact well with all employee levels and customers (if applicable).
• Ability to work with confidential material and maintain confidentiality along with sensitivity to employees and customers (if applicable) needs and data.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Knowledge of local, state, federal, and other regulations; .
• Knowledge of computerized information systems.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively within branch departments.
• Ability to maintain recordkeeping systems and procedures.
• Must have scheduling flexibility and be able to work overtime.
• Overnight travel on occasion

EEO Statement: OVID Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity employer. All OVID recruiting is conducted in a fair and non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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