Senior Manager, Accounting

Geron Corporation•Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

24d•$155,000 - $165,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Manager of Accounting is responsible for oversight of the accounting function and plays a crucial role in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and supporting strategic decision-making. The Senior Manager will report to the Senior Director, Finance and Assistant Controller and will be required to attend occasional in person meetings in the Parsippany, NJ office with a strong preference to be located in the Northeast.

Requirements

Strong understanding and application of US GAAP and internal control processes (SOX 404)
Solid foundation in accounting processes and principles
Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook
Detailed-oriented with excellent problem solving and analytical skills
Adept at working accurately and quickly with superior organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to cope and adapt in a changing environment
Highly dependable and able to handle confidential and sensitive information
Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and provide positive attitude toward problem solving and the resulting implementation of solutions
Self-starter with strong time management skills and the ability to multi-task
Superior customer service skills and mindset
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Demonstrated supervisory, management, and leadership skills
Ability to interact with all levels of the organization
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required
A minimum of 7 years of experience in finance, accounting, or related field

Nice To Haves

CPA a plus
Biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience highly preferred
Payroll experience highly preferred
Experience with NetSuite, FloQast, Coupa, ADP, Concur, and Equity Edge a plus

Responsibilities

Manage a monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close, including ensuring accurate and timely completion of deliverables and setting up the calendar of events for the close and year-end processes
Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, including cash/investment reporting and payroll
Review semi-monthly and ad hoc payroll processing and, if needed, serve as the backup preparer
Prepare monthly journal entries for complex areas such as clinical trial, incentive compensation accruals, prepaids, intercompany accounting, and other areas as assigned
Ensure proper and timely recording of financial transactions in the general ledger (GL) in accordance with GAAP
Oversee fixed assets and lease accounting, including review of supporting schedules for quarterly reviews
Assist with monthly reporting for foreign subsidiaries and associated recording of entries
Analyze, prepare, and review GL account reconciliations as assigned
Assist with preparing supporting schedules for annual audit and quarterly reviews
Contribute to the development of financial accounting systems required to maintain accounting and reporting requirements
Approve, review, and maintain schedules and ad hoc financial reports
Research, problem-solve, and respond to questions about the GL and financial reports
Serve as primary contact for both internal and external auditors
Assist in process and system improvement initiatives
Assist with various miscellaneous projects as assigned (e.g., state and federal tax returns, 401k audits, etc.)