Head of Finance and Divisional Controller

Head of Finance and Divisional Controller

About Us

Kardigan is a heart health company working to make cardiovascular disease preventable, curable and no longer the leading cause of death in the world.

It is Kardigan’s mission to develop multiple targeted treatments in parallel that bring people with cardiovascular diseases to the cures they deserve.

Led by Tassos Giannakakos, Jay Edelberg, M.D. and Bob McDowell, Ph.D., Kardigan’s co-founders have reunited after leading MyoKardia to discover and develop mavacamten, the first cardiac myosin inhibitor, resulting in an acquisition by Bristol Myers Squibb in 2020.

We have a cutting-edge discovery and translational research platform, a pipeline of late-stage candidates, and an industry-leading team that is driven to improve the lives of patients.

At Kardigan, we are motivated by our values which guide how we work, interact, and achieve our goals. The Driven by patients and their families we are deeply committed to improving the lives of patients and prioritizing their needs above all else. We believe in the being authentic —leading with truth to bring out the best in others by creating an environment where everyone knows they will be fully accepted. With an eagerness to learn , we encourage the highest levels of curiosity and are open to changing our minds. We are committed to the winning as a team with urgency, excellence, and intention, and support each other no matter what role we play or where we sit. Lastly, we strive to the enable the impossible because patients are counting on us. We are not afraid to take risks to unlock innovation and advance scientific discoveries.

These values are the foundation of our work, empowering us to make a real difference, every day.

Prolaio is looking to bring on a Divisional Controller & Head of Finance who will lead the finance function at Prolaio, serving as a strategic partner to R&D and operational teams while ensuring strong financial planning, analysis, and accounting oversight. Employed by Kardigan and embedded within Prolaio, this role is responsible for driving financial strategy, supporting business decision-making, and ensuring scalable, compliant financial operations in a fast-growing health technology environment. Reporting to Kardigan’s VP of Finance and Accounting, the Director will play a key role in aligning Prolaio’s financial goals with Kardigan’s broader financial objectives.

This role will report directly to Kardigan’s VP, Finance and Accounting, and work closely with the Prolaio Leadership Team.

The Specifics

• Serve as the primary Finance business partner for Prolaio’s senior leadership team
• Lead the annual budget, monthly forecasts, and long‑term financial planning processes
• Build and maintain financial models, including enrollment forecasting and scenario analysis
• Track actuals vs. budget and provide insights and recommendations to improve performance
• Create financial dashboards and reports that help business leaders make informed decisions
• Support corporate strategy, including funding plans, resource prioritization, and scenario planning
• Help select and implement FP&A tools or systems that improve efficiency and reporting
• Provide support during the monthly close and annual audit while overseeing key accounting processes including revenue recognition, inventory management, and accruals (with help from internal or external resources)
• Ensure financial systems are running smoothly, including NetSuite and any integrations
• Maintain internal controls and support SOX readiness and compliance
• Partner with a dynamic team with responsibilities across FP&A and Accounting
• Work cross-functionally with departments like Clinical, HR, Legal, and Operations to align planning and support company goals
• Contribute to building a strong scalable finance organization that grows with the company

Experience and Education

Exact Compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

Pay range

$181,000 - $205,000 USD

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