Accounting Manager

Fractyl Health, Inc • Burlington, MA

29d • $125,000 - $135,000

About The Position

We are looking for an Accounting Manager who will help oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ad-hoc accounting activities. Working closely with the Assistant Controller, the Accounting Manager will play a key role in the monthly financial close, external and internal reporting, and contribute to on-going process improvements and projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or CPA-track preferred
• 4–6 years total experience, ideally including public accounting and/or biotech/pharma industry exposure
• Prior experience managing or supporting the accounts payable process, preferably in a growth-stage or biotech environment
• Strong understanding of US GAAP
• Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred)
• Eagerness to grow professionally and take on increasing responsibility
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with a passion to deliver quality results.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work with confidential information in a professional way
• Effective team player – puts personal agenda aside and focuses on what’s best for the team
• Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to prioritize tasks effectively, managing multiple assignments simultaneously, and consistently delivering high-quality results within established timeframes.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with biotech-specific topics such as R&D accruals, clinical trial accounting, or SOX readiness is a plus

Responsibilities

• Key player in the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including preparation of journal entries, accruals (especially for R&D and clinical trials), and account reconciliations
• Assist with overseeing the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, adherence to company policies, and appropriate coding of expenses
• Prepare and maintain supporting schedules for key accounts, including prepaids, fixed assets, and accrued liabilities
• Support timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
• Play a key role in implementing new processes and systems
• Aid in improvement of documentation of processes to support internal controls
• Coordinate with external auditors during interim and year-end audits
• Mentor junior staff and potentially oversee one or more accountants over time
• Perform other related duties and ad-hoc projects as required

Benefits

• This position offers a competitive salary in the range of $125,000 – $135,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Actual compensation will be based on relevant experience, education, and market factors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees