Kala is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of therapeutics using its proprietary AMPPLIFY™ mucus-penetrating particle (MPP) Drug Delivery Technology, with an initial focus on the treatment of eye diseases. Kala has applied the AMPPLIFY Drug Delivery Technology to a corticosteroid, loteprednol etabonate (LE), designed for ocular applications, resulting in the August 2018 FDA approval of INVELTYS® for the treatment of inflammation and pain following ocular surgery and its lead product candidate, KPI-121 0.25%, for the temporary relief of the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease.

We are seeking a Financial Reporting Manager with extensive SEC reporting experience. This is an opportunity for the right individual to join Kala at a very exciting time. Come join an experienced and highly motivated team!

Key Responsibilities for this role will include:

• Manage all aspects of our external SEC documents, including the 10K, 10Q, 8K and other ad hoc filings
• Partner with the VP and Controller to lead Sarbanes-Oxley compliance effort
• Coordinate the review of filings with external auditors, legal counsel, accounting staff and executive management
• Research accounting literature and apply technical US GAAP standards to complex business issues
• Lead implementation efforts and ongoing monitoring of significant new pronouncements, including ongoing communication and education of financial management on pronouncements
• With support from the accounting department, and coordinate the quarterly review and annual audit process with our external auditors
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external tax resources.
• Primary responsibility for tracking and accounting for equity based compensation.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• CPA required
• Bachelor/master’s degree in accounting
• 5-7 years relevant experience
• Public accounting experience required with public company clients – straight from public or mix of public/industry
• Big 4 experience strongly preferred
• Pharmaceutical or Life Science company experience
• Excellent Communication Skills (Written & Verbal)
• Possess technical expertise related to GAAP and external reporting including SEC reporting, stock option accounting, revenue recognition, acquisitions, and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
• Demonstrated recent experience in researching and preparing technical accounting memorandums for complex issues and new pronouncements
• Understanding of accounting processes, procedure and internal controls
• Ability to adapt quickly and learn new tasks independently
• Ability to manage competing priorities with deadlines
• Strong attention to detail

Kala Pharmaceuticals is an Equal Opportunity Employer that offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefits package.