Director of Accounting
Company: Jobot
Location: San Jose
Posted on: August 8, 2022
Job Description:
Hybrid Schedule - Need to have some onsite presence in SFThis
Jobot Job is hosted by: Justin RiceAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by
clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.Salary:
$175,000 - $250,000 per yearA bit about us:Located in South San
Francisco, CA, we are combining human biology and machine learning
to discover and develop new medicines. The heart of our strategy is
to produce and integrate large data sets that will enable machine
learning to yield key biological insights. This strategy requires a
seamless, robust, and effective operation that simultaneously spans
multiple projects, some partnered and some in-house.Why join
us?
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage; We pay 100% of
premiums for employees
- Excellent mental health and well-being support
- Open vacation policy
- Access to free onsite baristas and cafe with daily lunch and
breakfast
- Access to free onsite fitness center
- Commuter benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Competitive pay and 401(k) matching
- Flexible work schedule (on site and remote)Job DetailsReporting
to the Controller / VP, Finance we are seeking a highly motivated,
versatile and strategic Director of Accounting to join our growing
Finance Team. In this role, you will be overseeing all operational
accounting functions, including and not limited to general ledger
transactions, managing accounts payable, managing procurement and
supply chain, managing payroll, financial statement preparation,
audit preparation and leading future enhancements of Oracle Cloud
ERP and other financial systems. The successful candidate will
partner with Laboratory Operations, People, Facilities, IT and
Legal and will work cross-functionally with our scientists,
engineers, and operational colleagues to support our rapid company
growth. Key responsibilities:
- Preparation of GAAP financial statements, including managing
the master data related to reports (i.e. Chart of Accounts and Cost
Centers)
- Management and oversight of month-end close activities,
including timely review of journal entries, account reconciliations
and managing the close calendar
- Manage and provide additional support for preliminary month-end
financial review, flux explanations and close deck
- Manage the procurement function - purchasing and sourcing,
laboratory fixed physical tracking, procurement forecast planning,
communicating and developing procurement strategy, analytics and
KPI s
- Manage supply chain function and inventory management,
including Oracle Cloud SCM modules for supply chain execution
(cycle counting/min-max maintenance) and receiving as it relates to
PO match/invoicing
- Manage accounts payable process to ensure proper review of
invoice coding and approval of invoices in compliance with our
purchase authorization matrix and resolve escalated issues and
inquiries
- Support internal and external inquiry on accounts payable
and/or purchase order details, in accordance with contract
terms
- Manage payroll to review bi-monthly payroll processing
reporting, bonus accruals, all payroll related journal entries,
reconciliations and compliance issues
- Lead Finance, Procurement and Supply Chain system
implementations and Oracle ERP enhancements
- Partner with Sr. Manager of Financial Reporting and Technical
Accounting on implementing and monitoring accounting policies,
procedures and internal control compliance
- Manage and review tax filings to ensure compliance with all IRS
regulations (i.e. 1099, use tax, property tax, W-2, etc.)
- Support the external audits and ensure all requests are
completed in a timely manner
- Support budget and forecasting planning as needed
- Lead the development of desktop procedures and operational
processes to enable better training within the organization
- Support SOX documentation and testing as applicable
- Be a mentor and leader to staff by providing guidance, support
and training
- Participate in special projects and perform other related
duties as assignedYou will be joining an exciting biotech startup
that has long-term stability due to significant funding, yet
provides tremendous opportunity for value creation and professional
growth. You will have many opportunities for significant impact
across several functions and disciplines. You will work closely
with a very talented team, learn a broad range of skills, and help
shape our culture, strategic direction, and outcomes. Join us in
leading the way to better medicines through predictive models by
integrating machine learning and biology at scale. About You
- Bachelor degree in Business, Finance or Accounting
discipline
- 10+ years of relevant work experience strongly preferred in
public biotech or life sciences
- CPA certification with a minimum of 3 years of public
accounting experience preferred
- Strong understanding of US GAAP and experience with SEC
regulations
- Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP - strongly preferred
- Experience using UKG or similar payroll system
- Experience in leading and participating in Finance system
implementations (i.e. ERP, Payroll, Equity, FP&A, etc.)
- Advanced Excel skills and ability to work in G-Suite
- Organized and strong attention to detail with an ability to
simultaneously research discrepancies and solve problems
- Effective communicator with good verbal and written
communication skills
- Excellent project management skills and the ability to
collaborate with cross-functional leaders and others in the
company
- Ability to work independently with general direction and
guidance
- Ability to prioritize and multitask in an ever changing
environment
- Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership
- Passion for making a difference in the worldInterested in
hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now"
button.
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