Inventory & Cost Accounting Manager

Vera Therapeutics, Inc.•Brisbane, CA

About The Position

Vera Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on developing treatments for serious immunological diseases. Vera Therapeutics’ mission is to advance treatments that target the source of disease in order to change the standard of care for patients. Vera Therapeutics’ lead product candidate is atacicept, a fusion protein self-administered at home as a subcutaneous once weekly injection that blocks both B-cell Activating Factor (BAFF) and A Proliferation-Inducing Ligand (APRIL), which stimulate B cells to produce autoantibodies contributing to certain autoimmune diseases, including IgA nephropathy (IgAN) and lupus nephritis. Beyond IgAN, Vera Therapeutics is evaluating additional diseases where the reduction of autoantibodies by atacicept may prove clinically meaningful. In addition, Vera Therapeutics holds an exclusive license agreement with Stanford University for a novel, next generation fusion protein targeting BAFF and APRIL, known as VT-109, with wide therapeutic potential across the spectrum of B-cell–mediated diseases. Vera Therapeutics is also evaluating the development of MAU868, a monoclonal antibody designed to neutralize infection with BK virus, which can have devastating consequences in kidney transplant recipients. Vera Therapeutics retains all global developmental and commercial rights to atacicept, VT-109, and MAU868. For more information, please visit www.veratx.com. Our values are the cornerstone of our culture. Our values inspire us every day and guide everything we do—from how we hire great people, to advancing our mission together, to achieving our ultimate goal to improve medical treatment for patients suffering from immunological diseases. Position Summary: The Inventory & Cost Accounting Manager, will report to the Senior Director, Revenue and Cost Accounting and play a key role in supporting inventory & cost accounting, as well as assisting with other accounting activities. This role will also be working closely with cross-functional teams throughout the company.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
5+ years of relevant experience in biotech and/or pharmaceutical industry.
Strong working knowledge of system processes, internal controls, GAAP and SOX regulations.
Strong project management skills with the ability to anticipate events, prioritize assignments, deal with interruptions, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and growth-oriented environment.
Strong communication, project management, and organizational skills.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently as well as a collaborative team player.
Self-starter, proactive, and willing to learn.
Strong Excel skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience working as a contract manufacturing sponsor with inventory & cost accounting in the pharmaceutical industry, a plus.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), preferred.
Experience with NetSuite, preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop a strong business partner relationship with the Supply Chain Manufacturing, Quality, and Process Development functions.
Prepare and manage cost accounting month-end close journal entries for prepaid manufacturing costs, raw materials, work-in-process and finished goods inventories, and cost of sales while maintaining subledger accounts, reconciliations to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.
Own Inventory and COGS analytics and reporting, including development and maintenance of margin and variance analyses to support business decision-making.
Support other month end close journal entries and reconciliations as opportunities arise.
Work directly with contract manufacturing, supply chain, quality, internal & external audit to ensure accurate inventory, existence, valuation, and reporting completeness.
Assist with SOX efforts in documenting and performing key controls in areas of responsibility.
Represent inventory & cost accounting related to ERP and system enhancements and process improvements to strengthen data accuracy, automation, and internal controls.
Continuously evaluate processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Maintain up to date accounting policies and desk procedures to drive operational efficiency.
Assist with annual audits and quarterly reviews, preparing audit schedules, and other audit requests.
Maintain a thorough and current understanding of general ledger structure and ensure integrity and accuracy of financial data.
Potentially provide support for other functions such as revenue accounting, special projects, initiatives, and ad-hoc analyses, as needed.