Financial Reporting Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

The Financial Reporting Manager is responsible for the preparation of all external financial reporting and related SEC filings, accounting for equity-based transactions, and a broad range of accounting operation activities to ensure compliance with GAAP, regulations, and corporate policies. This position will report to the Financial Reporting & SOX Manager. ARS Pharmaceuticals, Inc., operates in a hybrid work environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and prepare SEC filings (using Active Disclosure), including Form 10-Q’s, Form 10-K’s, Form 8-K’s, and press releases in compliance with GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Support quarterly reviews and annual audits including providing supporting documentation and following up on questions as needed.
• Participate in the monthly financial close process ensuring accounts assigned are properly recorded, prepare account reconciliations, journal entries, and report preparation.
• Assist in the oversight of financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems including SOX 404 compliance and the management of external SOX consultants.
• Participate in finance and accounting projects including system and process implementations as assigned.
• Assist with support preparation for external tax preparers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Accounting/Finance (or equivalent) is required
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required.
• Minimum of 3+ years of in‑house accounting experience at a public company and/or public accounting experience is required.
• Biotech/pharma or high-tech industry experience is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Active Disclosure experience is preferred.
• Equity compensation accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with large-scale enterprise software systems preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and shift with changing priorities.
• Highly organized and accountable for meeting tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Capability to learn new tasks in appropriate timeframes.