Senior Accountant

Summary

Join Nuvalent, a dynamic early-stage company in the biopharmaceutical industry, as a Senior Accountant. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining the accuracy of financial records, participating in monthly closings, and preparing financial statements. You will also serve as a point of contact for auditors and support financial statement and internal control audits. Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and departmental accruals. You will also participate in accounts payable processes and execute SOX controls. This position requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in accounting and 4+ years of relevant experience.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience either in public accounting, a publicly traded company in a similar capacity, or a mix of both; biotech/pharma experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting or related degree; CPA certification preferred but not required
• Ability to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of basic accounting principles
• Excellent organizational skills, with a strong attention to detail
• Works well independently but also demonstrates a willingness to work in a team environment and assist others when possible
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn and take on new areas of responsibility
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the team responsible for operational accounting transactions, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records
• Prepare various journal entries and account reconciliations
• Prepare certain quarterly departmental accruals in collaboration with operational business owners
• Participate in the accounts payable process, including review and application of contract terms
• Execute SOX controls on a timely basis for areas of responsibility; maintain internal control documentation
• Assist with preparing and managing audit schedules and audit requests for quarterly reviews and annual financial statement audits
• Prepare or maintain certain schedules needed for tax compliance and provision
• Assist with creating and/or maintaining documentation of various systems and process enhancements as well as policies and procedures
• Participate in ad-hoc projects, as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of US GAAP; SOX experience/exposure is preferred
• Experience with NetSuite is strongly preferred