Senior Manager, SG&A Accounting

For more than 25 years, Corcept has been singularly focused on the science of cortisol, a powerful hormone that when unregulated, can play a role in a broad range of diseases.

Our commercial portfolio includes treatments for hypercortisolism and oncology, and the company has discovered more than 1,000 proprietary selective cortisol modulators and glucocorticoid receptor antagonists. With advanced clinical trials in patients with hypercortisolism, solid tumors, ALS and liver disease, Corcept is unlocking the power of cortisol modulation to help address some of the most devastating diseases patients face today.


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As the Senior Manager, SG&A Accounting, you will help lead SG&A accounting operations, and be the as strategic business partner for over 40 departments. This position will report to the Director of Accounting and will manage/mentor accounting analysts. You will have the opportunity to lead projects that shape the Finance organization and Corcept, overall, as we continue to grow.

Responsibilities:

• Full ownership of managing the financial close for SG&A related activities in accordance with GAAP to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data
• Lead day-to-day SG&A accounting operations, including general ledger management, journal entry preparation and review, account reconciliation and close support
• Support accounting coverage for more than 40 departments, serving as a reliable finance partner to business stakeholders
• Drive end-to-end coordination of projects and system/process improvements to keep the accounting team current, scalable, and able to support a growing SG&A organization
• Manage and mentor one or more accountants, cultivating talent, delegating ownership, and showcasing the team's achievements to stakeholders
• Review, interpret, and apply consistent accounting treatment for a wide range of contracts, including:
  • Consulting and professional services
  • Subscriptions and SaaS tools
  • Milestone-based agreements
  • Medical grants and sponsorships
  • Conference and marketing agreements
  • Analytical and research services
• Build and sustain trusted partnerships with SG&A leaders, serving as the primary accounting advisor for operational and financial decision-making
• Assess proper accounting treatment (expense vs. prepaid vs. capitalization) with clear rationale and documentation
• Review invoices to ensure expenses are accurately recorded into the accounting system
• Help prepare quarterly reviews and year-end audits and periodic reports to the SEC
• Continually drive process improvements for greater efficiency and timeliness

Preferred Skills, Qualifications and Technical Proficiencies:

• Maintain a strong sense of work accountability and is a self-starter
• Strong project management capabilities, with a track record of successfully leading and executing complex initiatives; Able to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks, and work with tight deadlines
• Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, enabling effective solutions for complex challenges
• Adept at identifying process inefficiencies, creating practical solutions, and driving continuous improvements

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
• At least 8 years of relevant work experience in accounting management
• Experience in biotech/pharmaceutical environment is preferred
• CPA with Big 4 experience is a strong plus
• Knowledge of/exposure to Netsuite accounting system is a strong plus

The pay range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this headquarters-based position is $162,810 - $191,520; the pay ultimately offered may vary based on legitimate considerations, including geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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