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Reporting to the VP, Finance, this leader will ensure reliable financial information and disciplined financial operations, with responsibility for Clinical/R&D accruals in partnership with operational teams.\nThis is a hands-on leadership role for a technically strong accounting professional who can navigate complex biotech transactions, managea high-performing team, and improve processes in a lean organization. The Controller will partner across Finance and the business, balancing public-company rigor with practical, efficient execution.\nResponsibilities\nAccounting Close and Reporting Support\nOwn the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, reconciliations, and internal management reporting; ensure accurate and complete accounting records in accordance with U.S. GAAP.\nProvide timely, accurate accounting data, reconciliations, and supporting schedules forSEC and other external reporting.\nProvide accounting data, reconciliations, schedules, and operational support for complex or non-routine transactions, as needed.\nClinical and R&D Accounting\nOverseethe accounting components of Clinical/R&D accruals, prepayments, commitments, and program-level expenses, including review of estimates, journal entries, reconciliations, and true-ups.\nPartner with Clinical Operations, Technical Operations, and FP&A to establish supportable accruals for contract research organizations, contract manufacturers, and investigator sites using contracts, operational progress, and vendor data.\nProvide operational accounting support for collaboration and license arrangements, including gathering and reconciling data related to milestone payments and cost-sharing activities, as applicable.\nInternal Controls, Audit, and Compliance\nLead SOX and internal control activities within accounting, including risk assessment, documentation, testing, and remediation, using a COSO-based framework appropriate to the business.\nSupport management assessments and external auditor attestation under SOX Section 404. Partner with IT and business process owners on access, segregation of duties, and related controls.\nServe as the primary accounting contact for external auditors; coordinate audit and quarterly-review support for accounting operations and SOX testing. Escalate significant accounting and control matters to the VP, Finance.\nAccounting Operations\nOversee General Ledger, Accounts Payable, disbursements, fixed assets, and expense processes. Maintain effective invoice-processing, payment-approval, and disbursement controls.\nSupport income tax provision and compliance activities by providing accurate accounting records and schedules to the responsible internal teams and external advisors.\nSystems and Operational Efficiency\nLead improvements to accounting systems, integrations, and data quality in partnership with IT. Streamline close, accrual, Accounts Payable, and internal reporting workflows through automation, including appropriate AI-enabled tools with effective review and data protection controls.\nTeam Leadership and Business Partnership\nLead, mentor, and develop the accounting team and manage accounting service providers. Establish clear accountability, cross-training, and professional development opportunities.\nPartner with the VP, Finance, and FP&A to provide reliable actuals, accruals, and insights for budgeting, forecasting, cash planning, and liquidity assessments.\nProvide accounting analysis and due diligence support for financings, partnerships, and other corporate transactions. Communicate complex issues clearly and raise risks early with practical recommendations.\nQualifications\nBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relateddiscipline; CPA required; Big Four experience preferred.\n10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3years leading teams and significant experience within a U.S. publicly traded biotechnology or life sciences company.\nPrior hands-on experience in an operational accounting role, including direct responsibility for leading public-company accounting operations, the financial close, preparation of accounting analyses, audit support, and SOX compliance.\nProficiency with ERP and accounting systems; advanced Excel skills and a track record of improving close, accrual, and internal reporting processes and data quality.\nDemonstrated success developing teams and influencing cross-functional partners in a lean environment. Strong analytical and communication skills, sound judgment, integrity, and the confidence to challenge assumptions and uphold accounting standards.\nSound exciting? Apply today and join our team!\nSutro Biopharma, Inc. encourages all colleagues to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the first date of employment.\nAs an equal opportunity employer, we believe in fostering a culture that is inclusive and values diversity in background and opinions. Sutro Biopharma hires extraordinary individuals into every position in the company and is committed to the diversity of our team. Our company progresses without regard ofrace, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religious belief, age, disability or citizenship status. We are dedicated to creating a safe environment where our employees can grow and succeed together.\nWe look forward to hearing from candidates who are interested in exploring opportunities with Sutro! Our People & Culture team/hiring managers are unable to respond and do not accept solicitations from third-party agencies.\nThe anticipated salary range for fully qualified candidates applying for this role at Sutro Biopharma’s California based locations will be $278,000 - $304,000 (not including bonus, equity, and benefits). The final salary offered will be dependent on several factors that include and are not limited to relevant previous experience, job responsibilities and duration of experience, the type and length of experience within the industry and education.\nAbout Sutro Biopharma\nSutro Biopharma, Inc., is relentlessly focused on the discovery and development of precisely designed cancer therapeutics to transform what science can do for patients. Sutro’s fit-for-purpose technology, including cell-free XpressCF®, provides the opportunity for broader patient benefit and an improved patient experience. Sutro is advancing a robust early-stage pipeline of novel exatecanand dual-payload antibody drug conjugates (ADCs), coupled with high-value collaborations and industry partnerships, which validate its continuous product innovation. Sutro is headquartered in South San Francisco. 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