Senior Accountant, General Ledger

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant, General Ledger will have a broad scope of accounting responsibilities aimed at maintaining the integrity, accuracy and completeness of the organization's financial records. This position works cross functionally with Clinical Operations and FP&A teams to deliver clean and timely data to ensure leadership has accurate data for informed decision-making.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and review of monthly journal entries/reconciliations relating to clinical trial accounts, leases, accounts payable and receivables, accrued expense including clinical trial accounting, prepaid expenses and license fees, and other areas as assigned.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements disclosures for both internal and external presentation, related to clinical trials.
• Remain current with GAAP and IFRS standards and assist in the assessment and implementation of significant new accounting guidance and policies across the organization.
• Possess knowledge of US GAAP (ASC 606)
• Provide guidance on complex accounting issues to less experienced team members and colleagues outside of the accounting team.
• Analyze balance sheet and income statement variances.
• Ensure SOX compliance across accounting functions as part of the day-to-day operational accounting responsibilities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and ensure consistency of policies/procedures across the company (with deviations as appropriate).
• Contribute to process improvements in company activities to enhance accounting/finance operational efficiency inclusive of training initiatives.
• Support enhancements to financial processes aiming for increased efficiency and scalability.
• Manage internal and external audit requests providing necessary documentation and support, and facilitating the resolution of any identified control deficiencies.
• Support internal controls to safeguard the company's assets and prevent fraud.
• Create, edit and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and process improvements as needed.
• Perform ad-hoc and cross-functional duties and/or projects as assigned to support business needs and provide developmental opportunities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required
• 5+ years of related accounting experience with progressively greater responsibilities required.
• In-depth understanding and application of GAAP required
• Experience with financial data analysis and preparation of financial reports required
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics D365 preferred
• Experience with Clinical Trial accounting and analysis is a plus
• Public accounting audit experience is a plus.
• Experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry is a plus.
• CRO accounting a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong analytical and data analysis skills
• Possess superior organizational and documentation skills with excellent attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to foster a team-oriented environment, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams with internal and external professionals at all levels.
• Must be able to communicate with confidence and tact across all levels within the company.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects with competing priorities and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong, consistent work ethic with an ability to focus on the big picture.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint knowledge.
• Systems knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics D365
• Strong variance analysis, forecasting, and cost-allocation skills; comfortable presenting findings to senior leadership and external sponsors.
• Strong knowledge of finance processes, systems, and internal controls.
• Ability to create and deliver financial reports and presentations to internal stakeholders.

Working Environment / Physical Environment

This position works on-site in El Segundo, CA as noted in the offer letter. Regular work schedule is Monday – Friday, within standard business hours. Flexibility is available with manager approval. Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer. Lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds.