Job Description

Each year, more than 150,000 breast reconstruction procedures are performed in the U.S. — yet one in three patients still experience serious complications. At Elutia, we’re committed to changing that.

Elutia is pioneering drug-eluting biomatrix technologies that improve compatibility between medical devices and the patients who need them. With a growing population in need of implantable technologies, Elutia’s mission is humanizing medicine so patients can thrive without compromise . 

Our culture is grounded in our CRU values — being Contagiously Confident, Ridiculously Relentless, and Unanimously United. These principles guide how we innovate, collaborate, and deliver on our mission every day.

What You'll do:

The Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting, financial reporting, technical accounting and finance operations functions for Elutia. This position ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements for a public company. This position will be located in Gaithersburg, MD.

How You'll Contribute:

• Direct and manage all aspects of the company’s accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end and year-end close, consolidations, and external reporting.
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements, SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K), and related disclosures to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Lead technical accounting research and documentation for complex transactions, including revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, and other significant areas.
• Oversee the accounts payable, accounts receivable and customer billing functions.
• Ensure proper internal controls are designed, implemented, and maintained to support SOX readiness and public company standards.
• Responsible for aligning financial reporting with forecasting, budgeting, and strategic decision-making.
• Provide leadership and oversight of the Finance team, including performance management, professional development, and team structure planning.
• Serve as a key financial partner to the VP Finance and senior leadership, supporting strategic initiatives and long-term financial planning.
• Oversee and coordinate annual audit activities with external auditors and liaise with external advisors as necessary.
• Participate in system and process improvements to enhance the efficiency, scalability, and accuracy of financial reporting.

What You bring: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.
• At least 8 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably including both public accounting and corporate accounting within a public company environment.
• Strong technical accounting background with demonstrated understanding of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Experience with financial consolidations, and external reporting.
• Strong people leadership experience required; proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team.
• Experience in a biotech, life sciences, or manufacturing environment preferred but not required.
• Deep knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures for public companies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, small-company environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High degree of integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence decision-making at all organizational levels.

How to apply: 

Are you ready to thrive without compromise? Apply at Controller - Elutia

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