Manager, Accounting

ImmunityBio, Inc.•El Segundo, CA

4d•$138,000 - $151,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Accounting supports the Assistant Controller with daily, monthly, and quarterly general accounting and close activities. The role manages accountants and accounting processes, including accruals, cash, intercompany and related-party accounting, prepaids, and foreign exchange accounting. The position is based in El Segundo, California, and follows a Monday–Friday schedule during standard business hours, with flexibility subject to manager approval.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
At least 6 years of progressive professional experience in finance roles.
Deep experience with general ledger journal entries and reconciliations.
Comprehensive knowledge of US GAAP, financial regulations, and accounting best practices.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Adobe) and accounting software packages.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, including the ability to identify and justify fluctuations.
Innovative thinking and a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
Strong organizational abilities and ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer.

Nice To Haves

Experience in foreign currency revaluation and translation.
Certified Public Accountant or equivalent professional certification.
Experience with a life sciences company.
Experience leading a small team.
Experience in public companies.
Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics D365 or another ERP system.

Responsibilities

Review monthly and quarterly journal entries and reconciliations, including leases, accounts payable and receivable, accruals, prepaid expenses, bank reconciliations, fixed assets, and intercompany activity.
Manage day-to-day team activities, including hiring and training new team members, coaching employees, and monitoring performance.
Perform and review balance sheet and income statement variance analysis.
Prepare quarter-end footnote disclosure support.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial results for department expenses.
Manage monthly close processes in FloQast, including checklists and reconciliation updates, and maintain monthly variance analysis reviews in Workiva.
Oversee intercompany accounting, including transactions, transfer pricing, and settlement balances.
Support enhancements to financial processes related to expenditures, prepayments, and EXUS to increase efficiency and scalability.
Manage internal and external audit requests.
Support internal controls to safeguard company assets and prevent fraud.
Stay current with GAAP standards and assist in assessing and implementing significant new accounting guidance and policies across the organization.
Perform ad hoc and cross-functional duties or projects as assigned to support business needs and provide developmental opportunities.

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive a discretionary bonus and equity award.
Medical, dental, and vision plan options.
Health and financial wellness programs.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Company-paid and voluntary life and AD&D insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
529 education savings program.
Voluntary legal services and identity theft protection.
Pet insurance and employee discounts, rewards, and perks.
Paid time off, including 11 holidays.
Exempt employees are eligible for unlimited PTO.
Non-exempt employees are eligible for 10 vacation days, 56 hours of health pay, 2 personal days, and 1 cultural day.