Staff Accountant (Washington DC-Baltimore Area)

Who We Are

Cellphire Therapeutics, Inc. is a Rockville, Maryland-based biotechnology company developing next-generation therapeutics. The company is applying its proprietary cell stabilization technology to all cell types, including platelets, to develop lifesaving products. Its lead product, Thrombosomes®, a freeze-dried hemostatic agent derived from human platelets, is currently in a Phase I clinical trial. Cellphire’s technology has potential applications across a wide range of medical applications from trauma to wound care, imaging, targeted drug delivery, and regenerative medicine.

Benefits That Matter

1. Competitive base salary + bonus
2. Equity opportunities
3. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
4. 401(k) with company match
5. Generous PTO and holidays

Position Overview

The Accountant is responsible for key accounting operations across the general ledger, month-end close, government billing, revenue recognition, clinical research costs, payroll, and audit support. Reporting to the Senior Accountant, this role partners across the organization to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong controls, regulatory compliance, and efficient accounting processes in a fast-paced biotechnology and government contracting environment.

What You Will Do

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts with strong attention to audit trail documentation.
• Assist with government contract accounting (cost tracking, grant reporting, allowable cost compliance, indirect rate support).
• Prepare and track accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and depreciation schedules.
• Support accounts payable and expense review to ensure accuracy, policy compliance, and proper coding.
• Assist with cash management and forecasting support, including bank reconciliations and cash reporting.
• Prepare schedules and documentation for external audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Clinical, Quality, and HR to ensure proper DCAA classification of activities.
• Maintain documentation supporting internal controls, SOX-like discipline, and financial policies appropriate for a growing biotech organization.
• Support implementation and optimization of financial systems, ERP integrations, and reporting tools as the company scales.
• Assist with budget tracking and variance reporting for departmental leaders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP standards, and applicable government funding requirements.

Ideally, you’ll have

• REQUIRED: Deltek Costpoint experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles and financial reporting practices.
• Experience supporting month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Familiarity with government contract or grant accounting (FAR/DFARS, indirect cost tracking, allowable cost principles) preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting systems/ERP platforms (e.g., NetSuite or similar) and strong Excel skills.
• Experience preparing documentation for audits, tax filings, or regulatory reporting is a plus.
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, growing organization with evolving systems and processes.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to accuracy and compliance.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to translate financial information to non-finance stakeholders.
• CPA designation or progress toward certification preferred but not required.

Pay Range USD $70,000.00 - USD $90,000.00/Yr.

Disclaimer: Please note that job responsibilities, reporting lines, and duties outlined in this job description are subject to change to meet the evolving needs of the organization. Cellphire is an Equal Opportunity Employer.