Manager, SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting

If you find science, speed, and success exhilarating, you have come to the right place.

Novavax, Inc (Nasdaq:NVAX) is a biotechnology company that creates transformational vaccines that address some of the world’s most pressing infectious diseases. We have more than a decade of experience contending with some of the world’s most devastating diseases, including COVID-19, seasonal influenza, RSV, Ebola, MERS, and SARS. Hard-won lessons and significant advances illustrate that our proven technology has tremendous potential to make a substantial contribution to public health worldwide.

Our scientists are committed to developing vaccine candidates for some of the world’s toughest viral threats by utilizing the power of our innovative recombinant nanoparticle vaccine platform. Our vaccine technology combines the power and speed of genetic engineering with the immunogenicity enhancing properties of our Matrix-M™ adjuvant to efficiently produce highly immunogenic particles targeting some of the most pressing viral infectious diseases.

Novavax, Inc. is headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland with additional facilities in Uppsala, Sweden and Bohumil, Czech Republic.

Summary of the Position:

The Manager, SEC Reporting and Technical Accounting will assist with SEC reporting and technical accounting matters.  This position will be located in Gaithersburg, MD and reports to the Senior Director of SEC Reporting, Accounting Policy and SOX Compliance.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

SEC Reporting

• Responsible for the initial preparation and subsequent review of the quarterly (10-Q) and annual (10-K) filings with the SEC, as well as other required filings.
• Own the completion of specified footnote disclosures, certain management's discussion and analysis items and XBRL. Implement and maintain procedures to ensure the timely receipt and review of information necessary for financial reporting functions and consolidation of international entities.
• Research and interpret new U.S. GAAP pronouncements and SEC reporting requirements and assess and document their impact on the Company's financial statements, disclosures and reporting processes.
• Assist with the review of financial information in press releases and investor relations' materials.

Technical Accounting

• Responsible for technical support for specified business areas to ensure proper accounting treatment and assist with establishing global financial policies, practices, and procedures.
• Assist in the technical accounting for a range of activities including stock-based compensation, leases, embedded derivatives, software as a service agreements, revenue recognition and global consolidation of legal entities.
• Assist with the design and operation of SEC reporting and technical accounting related internal controls and SOX 404 compliance activities.
• Support Finance department initiatives and month end close.

Minimum Requirements:

• BA or BS degree in Finance or Accounting, Master’s degree and CPA required.
• 6 years finance experience including 3 years with a Big 4 Audit Firm.
• Demonstrated ability to perform technical accounting research, write effective position papers, and communicate appropriate accounting treatment.
• Extensive knowledge and application of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements for U.S publicly traded companies.  IFRS knowledge a plus.
• In-depth knowledge and experience in drafting financial statements and related disclosures. Working knowledge of Workiva.

Other Qualifications:

• Demonstrate integrity and honesty and model ethical behavior and core values of the company.
• Strong leadership, problem solving, and communication skills. Ability to influence cross functional teams and mentor and build a team of financial professionals.
• Financial system experience and passionate about business excellence and continuous improvement.
• Experience working in global high growth companies as plus.

Novavax offers a base salary, annual bonus, equity grants, professional career development/growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Rx, STD, LTD, Life, Optional Life, 401(k) plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Novavax is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment and advancement opportunities are available to all individuals on an at-will basis, regardless of their race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, protective hairstyle, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Except where prohibited by applicable state law, this position requires that you be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless you need a reasonable accommodation or qualify for an exemption.

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