Kala Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of therapeutics using our proprietary AMPPLIFY™ Drug Delivery Technology, with an initial focus on advancing treatments in ocular diseases.  Kala’s first approved product is INVELTYS™, the first and only corticosteroid FDA-approved for BID treatment of post-operative inflammation and pain following ocular surgery. Kala’s lead pipeline product is KPI-121 0.25%, for the temporary relief of the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease, currently in Phase 3 clinical development. Kala anticipates filing for NDA with its current data set in the second half of 2018.

Kala is an emerging pharmaceutical company who recently commercialized our first product. We are seeking an Accountant to join a growing and dynamic organization.  This is an opportunity for the right individual to join Kala as we prepare to launch our first product.  Come join an experienced and highly motivated team!

Key Responsibilities for this role will include:

• Accurate and timely completion of month end, quarter end and year end close responsibilities.
• Prepare and analyze balance sheet account reconciliations to the general ledger.
• Assist with analyzing financial statements on a monthly basis and report on variances. Preparation of audit schedules for the annual financial audit with external auditors.
• Support the development of and adherence to internal control processes 
• Other projects as assigned

Our ideal candidate will have:    

• BA/BS in Accounting
• Proficiency with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in order to assist in preparation of financial statements
• CPA or CPA track preferred
• 1-2 years of general accounting experience.
• Highly detail oriented and organized.
• Previous experience at a publicly traded company is preferred 
• Previous exposure to multiple ledgers (A/P, AR, General, Fixed Assets…) 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to learn quickly and manage multiple, competing priorities while maintaining a high degree of accuracy
• Experience with enterprise accounting software, Oracle preferred but not required

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.