Neil Buchleitner
About Neil Buchleitner
Neil Buchleitner serves as the Head of Revenue Accounting at Amylyx Pharmaceuticals, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in accounting and finance, having worked in various roles at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals and previously at PricewaterhouseCoopers.
Current Role at Amylyx Pharmaceuticals
Neil Buchleitner serves as the Head of Revenue Accounting at Amylyx Pharmaceuticals. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the financial operations of the company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In this role, he oversees revenue accounting processes and ensures compliance with financial regulations.
Previous Experience at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
Buchleitner has extensive experience at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, where he held multiple roles from 2011 to 2019. His positions included Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, Collaborations Manager, and Senior Manager of Collaborations. His work involved managing financial collaborations and commercial finance, significantly impacting the company's financial strategies.
Professional Background in Accounting
Before joining Amylyx Pharmaceuticals, Neil Buchleitner worked at Akebia Therapeutics as Sr. Director of Accounting Gross Margin for a period of six months in 2021. He also gained experience at PricewaterhouseCoopers as an Associate from 2009 to 2011, where he developed foundational skills in accounting and finance.
Educational Qualifications
Neil Buchleitner earned a Master's degree in Accounting from UMass Boston, completing his studies from 2006 to 2009. He also holds a Bachelor's degree from the State University of New York College at Potsdam, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in finance and accounting.
Early Career in the Hospitality Industry
Buchleitner began his career in the hospitality industry, working at the Flamingo Hotel as a Dealer from 2001 to 2003, followed by a role as Supervisor (Pit Boss) at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino from 2003 to 2005. These positions contributed to his understanding of financial operations in a service-oriented environment.