About Inversago Pharma

Inversago Pharma is a preclinical specialty biotechnology company developing new generations of peripherally restricted cannabinoid type 1 (CB1) receptor inverse agonists/antagonists for the treatment of Prader-Willi syndrome, diabetes, obesity, and other metabolic disorders, such as non-alcoholic fatty liver (NASH).

Inversago’s technology pushes back the limits associated with first-generation CB1 inhibitors, enabling the company to exploit its full medical potential.

Their extensive knowledge of the CB1 receptor (CB1r) blockade propels their drug discovery and development efforts of next-generation CB1 receptor blockers.

Culture, Mission, and Values

They are an experienced team of scientists and drug developers who are motivated to improve the lives of patients through their expertise and scientific understanding of next-generation, peripherally-acting CB1 receptor (CB1r) blockers.

Brief Description

Reporting to and working with the Vice President Finance & Administration and the CFO, the Finance Director will be called upon to support the company’s growth. This person will actively participate in the day-to-day financial, accounting and administrative activities, while ensuring that best practices are applied.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• Carry out the entire accounting cycle in compliance with established procedures and controls
• Carry out journal entries and account analyses
• Prepare and present the company’s monthly and quarterly financial statements to the management team
• Actively manage the company’s tax planning and R&D processes with a view to innovation and continuous improvement.
• Produce sales tax reports (federal and provincial)
• Manage invoicing, bank reconciliation, employee expense reports, and payables
• Support VP Finance on various liaison files with governments, banks, accounting firms, and other professionals
• Manage and reconcile employee payroll (U.S. and Canada), liaise with government authorities, produce required documentation, and produce annual tax reports including CNESST and required slips
• Manage the annual audit process for the Group and assist external auditors as required
• Participate in any other responsibilities and/or ad hoc projects assigned.

Required Qualifications

Training

• Hold a recognized accounting title (CPA), be a CPA candidate, or have experience in a biotechnology sector (R&D).

Professional Experience

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant accounting experience
• Professional experience in an accounting firm (an asset)

Skills

• Mastery of the complete accounting cycle
• Good knowledge of the payroll cycle
• Knowledge of IFRS (an asset)
• Knowledge of Sage50 (an asset)
• Bilingualism

Specific Abilities

• Excellent initiative and organizational skills
• Demonstrate professional rigor and attention to detail
• Demonstrate a good sense of autonomy and ability to carry out administrative tasks requiring a certain level of detail (be “hands-on”)
• Excellent ability to manage priorities and deadlines while demonstrating flexibility
• Ability to develop and maintain excellent interpersonal relations both within the organization and with external partners
• Dynamism, intellectual curiosity, and ability to maintain the quality of processes established to support the company’s growth.

Why Join Inversago Pharma

• Be part of a major international group, recognized as a world leader in its field
• Contribute to a mission focused on people’s health and well-being
• Opportunity for internal growth
• Join a passionate team of seasoned professionals
• Pleasant working environment with attractive offices in downtown Montreal

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