Job Description

Supernus Pharmaceuticals is an award-winning biopharmaceutical company with more than 30 years of experience in developing and commercializing products that treat central nervous system (CNS) diseases. At Supernus, we develop innovative products that help treat neurological and psychiatric conditions. We currently have 9 products in the market that are making a real impact on patient outcomes.

The Senior Director, Assistant Controller is responsible for overseeing core accounting functions, including corporate accounting, research and development, international accounting, consolidations, tax compliance and accounting, accounting systems, and the end-to-end contract life cycle. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this position will regularly collaborate with senior management, the Audit Committee, and will partner with internal business leaders in establishing and executing on the Company’s strategic goals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Corporate Accounting:

• Directs and controls the activities of the accounting function.
• Develop Finance & Accounting policies and procedures for review and implementation.
• Oversee the maintenance of fiscal records, establish and oversee budgetary controls and procedures, and preparation of financial close reporting.
• Oversee the company’s monthly and quarterly close processes, financial results, and reporting.
• Develop and administer budgets, schedules, business partnering and performance requirements for general and administrative and research and development functions.

Accounting Operations and Compliance:

• Oversee and direct the Company’s center-led contracting policies, database administration, and execution.
• Oversee the administration and improvement of all company financial systems.

International Tax:

• Oversee US, state, local and international tax compliance, and filings.
• Manage the global tax provision on a quarterly and annual basis.
• Establish and execute tax planning strategies in conjunction with business strategy.

Financial Reporting:

• Provide monthly and quarterly financial results reporting, including operational results insights.
• Assist in identifying the appropriate accounting treatment of transactions that the Company has entered.
• Assist with analyses of new accounting pronouncements on the Company’s financial statements.
• Collaborate closely with the external auditors of the Company.

Business Strategy and Partnering:

• Exercises judgment within defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Frequently interacts with executive management, supervisors, customers, and functional peer group management.
• Interacts internally and externally with executive level management, requiring negotiation of extremely critical matters.
• Influences and establishes corporate and accounting policies.
• Works closely with the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership and management in an effective manner consistent with Company Values towards defined Corporate Objectives.
• Understands Company Policy and procedure to be able to guide direct reports appropriately.

Knowledge & Other Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years related experience, preferably in pharmaceuticals/biotech/life sciences industry, or a Master of Business Administration with 10+ years related experience.
• Minimum of 10 years’ supervisory experience.
• Requires in depth knowledge of Finance & Accounting practices, business strategies, and incorporating Company’s corporate goals.
• Public accounting experience is desirable.
• Expert knowledge of accounting, budgets, finance, management, financial systems and excellent judgment.
• Excellent organization skills, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of payroll administration.
• Expert knowledge of publicly traded company accounting principles, SEC reporting requirements, and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.

Other Characteristics:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team and maintain high ethical standards of integrity and quality.
• Ability to have an innovative and dynamic approach to work.
• A self-starter able to work independently but comfortable working in a team environment.
• Ability to consistently exhibit Supernus Values in interactions with employees at all levels of the organization, vendors, customers and others.
• Capable of performing other duties as assigned by Management.
• Authorized to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment/Travel Requirements:

• Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or carrying objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer screen, iPad, or other electronic device; and extensive reading.
• The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Compensation:

At Supernus, we offer a competitive compensation package that reflects your experiences and contributions. The expected salary range for fully qualified candidates applying for this role is $210,000 to $248,000. This range is what the Company reasonably expects to offer for the position and is not reflective of the full compensation scale of the role. This range may be modified in the future. An individual’s salary within the range is based on multiple factors, which may include and are not limited to education, relevant experience, knowledge, length of industry experience and organizational needs.

You also will be able to participate in a competitive benefits package, including but not limited to: health, dental, vision, paid time off, 401k company match, company paid life insurance and health and wellness benefits. The total compensation package for this position also includes other compensation elements such as stock equity awards, employee stock purchase programs and participation in our Company’s discretionary annual bonus program.

Supernus Pharmaceuticals is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.