Manager, Accounting

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. The Manager, Accounting, will report to the Associate Director, Accounting and play a key role in supporting clinical and R&D accounting, as well as assisting with G&A accounting activities. This role will work 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 with inventory accounting in the pharmaceutical industry, a plus
Experience with CRO/CMC accrual software, a plus.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), preferred.
Experience with NetSuite, preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and book journal entries for month-end close, including sub-ledger/ schedule to ledger reconciliations and analysis of reconciling items.
Prepare R&D and contract manufacturing (CMC) accrual journal entries based on executed contracts and communications with department leads or vendors, maintaining related workbooks and roll-forwards.
Prepare and manage clinical trial accruals for select CROs and vendors, maintaining accurate accounting workbooks and ensuring proper tracking of expenses.
Track and maintain monthly accruals and prepaids for assigned vendors and accounts, collaborating with department leads to ensure accurate recording based on contracts and operational needs.
Track and prepare open Purchase Order accruals based on contracts and services provided, working with PO owners to ensure timeline and accurate month-end accruals.
Prepare prepaids amortization of assigned accounts and maintain accuracy of subledgers, ensuring that subledgers are maintained accurately and consistently.
Continuously evaluate processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Maintain a thorough and current understanding of general ledger structure and ensure integrity and accuracy of financial data.
Assist with SOX 404 efforts in documenting and performing the key controls in areas of responsibility.
Supporting improvement of accounting policies and procedures to drive operational efficiency.
Assist with annual audits and quarterly reviews, preparing audit schedules, and other audit requests.
Provide support for special projects, initiatives, and ad-hoc analyses, as needed, or requested.