Senior Accountant

Direct Biologics•Austin, TX

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for most aspects of Direct Biologics’ financial reporting close. Working within a small accounting team and a startup organization, this highly visible role reports directly to the Controller. The Senior Accountant prepares operational results under US GAAP and helps ensure internal control and tax compliance. The role also supports financial reporting, accounts payable, reconciliations, inventory accounting, audits, tax filings, and coordination with external service providers.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in a similar position.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent Excel and data analysis abilities.
Experience with the Bill.com payable system.
Good planning and organizational skills, with the ability to balance and prioritize work.
Ability to perform with substantial latitude in a startup environment.
Ability to take initiative in building processes or functions when needed.
High energy, self-confidence, a strong work ethic, and high integrity.
Strong relationship-building skills.

Nice To Haves

SEC reporting experience.
CPA.

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly closing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations for review.
Contribute to the month-end close and preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements.
Maintain accurate inventory records and finished-goods unit costs from manufacturing processes.
Review day-to-day accounting activities, transactions, policies, controls, and procedures.
Process accounts payable accurately and on time, including posting invoices and coding them to the correct account and department.
Work with department heads and suppliers on accounts payable matters.
Review and analyze credit card activity and ensure transactions are coded correctly and timely in Expensify.
Assist with customer and vendor account reconciliations as needed.
Reconcile payroll to ADP reports and prepare journal entries.
Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations.
Review contracts to identify items that may need to be reported in financial statements.
Maintain accurate and complete financial records and reporting in compliance with legal requirements and US GAAP.
Assist with the annual independent financial audit.
Prepare state tax filings, including sales, use, and property tax filings.
Work with outsourced accounting, tax, benefits, and legal service providers.
Research and interpret data to answer accounting and financial questions.
Protect company information by keeping it confidential.
Assist with preparation of other financial reports.
Complete other projects and tasks as assigned.