Manager, Accounting

Biogen•Cambridge, MA

10d

About The Position

This individual will play a pivotal role within our corporate finance team and reports directly to the Director of Technical, Collaboration, and Transaction Corporate Accounting. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for managing the accounting of significant collaboration activities, including aspects of the month-end close process, financial reporting, and forecasting. You will research and document accounting positions and analyses across a variety of areas, providing crucial support for accounting-related decision-making across Biogen’s functions. The role also requires technical accounting expertise that will facilitate the accounting for significant transactions entered into by Biogen.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA required.
At least 5 years of experience, including public accounting experience at a Big 4/national/regional firm.
Demonstrated knowledge of US GAAP, SOX 404, and SEC reporting requirements.
Strong technical accounting skills.
Ability to independently research accounting literature and interpret guidance to support conclusions.
High attention to detail with good organizational skills; ability to multi-task, work independently, and meet tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Life science experience is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Manage existing and new collaborations through coordination with accounting, business planning, and cross-functional teams.
Research, evaluate, and document technical accounting and external reporting implications of complex transactions.
Assist in accounting and forecasting of royalties and profit share amounts due to/from collaborators and other external parties.
Execute accounting for significant business development transactions, including business combinations and license transactions.
Proactively monitor new accounting and reporting guidance affecting the company.
Collaborate with external auditors to address accounting issues and assist in reviewing SEC filings.
Support and assist in the administration of accounting training programs.
Actively participate in driving and integrating significant company transactions.
Evaluate and implement opportunities to leverage AI and emerging technologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation