Director of Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting

G&A – Finance & CEO            ·             Sunnyvale, California, United States               ·            Full time

About Ceribell

Ceribell produces the world’s first brain monitor for point-of-care seizure triage and treatment. Our groundbreaking technology enables healthcare providers to test for a suspected seizure and then deliver treatments within minutes.

We are a rapidly growing venture capital-backed medical technology startup. Ceribell is being used in hundreds of community hospitals, large academic facilities and major IDN’s across the country. With extensive clinical validation of the effectiveness of our product and significant growth potential, all while we are pre-IPO, Ceribell is a fantastic career opportunity.

Position Overview

The Director of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting will lead the comprehensive financial reporting process, ensure adherence to GAAP standards, and play a key role in public company readiness.

What You’ll Do

Financial Reporting:

• Lead the preparation of comprehensive and accurate financial statements for management and board reviews, ensuring adherence to US GAAP and SEC regulations. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and legal, to gather pertinent financial information and disclosures.
• Develop and maintain robust processes for the timely and accurate completion of financial reports.
• Play a pivotal role in preparing the company for a potential IPO event in the future, including coordination with external advisors, development of financial controls, documentation of accounting policies, and preparation of applicable SEC documents.
• Conduct thorough financial analysis to support decision-making, assess the impact of accounting changes on financial statements, and provide insights to senior management.
• Collaborate with external auditors during audits, addressing inquiries and ensuring a smooth audit process.

Technical Accounting:

• Stay current with evolving accounting standards and ensure the company’s accounting policies align with the latest developments.
• Provide expert guidance on technical accounting matters, particularly those relevant to a dynamic and growing company.
• Conduct detailed research and analysis on complex accounting issues, proposing and implementing solutions to ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess the accounting implications of new business transactions and provide proactive guidance.
• Lead the evaluation and adoption of emerging accounting standards, ensuring a seamless integration into the company’s financial reporting processes.

Equity Accounting:

• Oversee the accounting for stock-based compensation, including stock options and performance-based awards.
• Collaborate with HR and legal teams to ensure accurate and timely recording of equity transactions.
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls related to equity accounting.

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years of experience working in a public company or as an auditor (Big 4 experience
• a plus)
•  Experience dealing with an IPO or public company environment 
• In-depth knowledge of US GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to guide a team through significant changes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

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In addition to your base compensation, Ceribell offers the following:

• Annual Bonus Opportunity + Ceribell Equity 
• 100% Employer paid Health Benefits for the Employee
• 50% – 70% Employer paid Health, Dental & Vision for dependents (according to plan selection)
• Life & Long-term disability insurance paid 100% by Ceribell
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Flexible paid time off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Excellent parental leave policy
• Fantastic culture with tremendous career advancement opportunities
• Joining a mission-minded organization!

Compensation Range

$200,000—$215,000 USD

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