# Controller at Octant Bio

- Company: Octant Bio
- What the company does: Backed by a16z and Lux.
- Company website: https://www.octant.bio
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Emeryville, California, United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $240K to $280K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-08-27
- Apply by: 2026-10-11
- Apply: https://www.octant.bio/jobs?gh_jid=6164731004
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/octant-bio-controller/

## About the role

We’re looking for a Controller who is excited by Octant’s mission to develop medicines for serious genetic diseases. This is an opportunity for someone who wants to help build an organization, who takes a hands-on approach and is a player-coach type of leader, who engages deeply across the company (rather than staying heads down in the numbers) and who has the tenacity to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

## What they're looking for

- A Bachelor’s Degree and an active CPA license
- 10+ years progressive accounting experience, including Big 4 and/or public company experience
- Biotech / pharma experience, especially in clinical-stage companies
- Deep knowledge of US GAAP, SEC regulations and SOX compliance
- Exceptionally strong judgment and integrity
- A strong drive and attention to detail. This is a hands-on position

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