Senior Manager, Accounting - Biotech

About the Role We are seeking a Senior Manager, Accounting to oversee key accounting operations and close activities within a publicly traded, late-stage biopharmaceutical company. This hands-on role will own complex accounting areas including clinical trial and R&D accruals, support SEC reporting and SOX compliance, and lead one direct report. Key Responsibilities Accounting & Close Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and review of staff or outsourced work. Own complex clinical trial and R&D accruals and prepaids related to CROs, investigative sites, contract manufacturers, and other vendors. Prepare balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow analyses and reconcile accrual estimates to actual results. Support U.S. GAAP consolidation across U.S. and international entities, including intercompany reconciliations, eliminations, and foreign currency accounting. Partner with Clinical Operations, R&D, Procurement, and FP&A to assess services performed and develop accurate accounting estimates. Support cash reporting, forecasting inputs, investment transfers, and treasury-related documentation. Reporting, Controls & Audit Execute assigned SOX controls and maintain appropriate supporting documentation. Prepare schedules and disclosure support for 10-Q and 10-K filings. Coordinate quarterly review and annual audit requests with internal and external auditors. Support debt covenant reporting and tax compliance requests as needed. Escalate technical accounting matters and significant issues to accounting leadership. Leadership & Business Partnership Supervise and develop a Senior Accountant while reviewing deliverables and coordinating outsourced accounting resources. Provide clear financial analyses and explanations to Accounting leadership, FP&A, and business partners. Partner cross-functionally with Clinical Operations, R&D, Procurement, FP&A, IT, and other stakeholders. Process & Systems Support accounting processes and reporting within NetSuite, including chart of accounts maintenance and data quality. Improve close and consolidation workflows through standardization and automation. Support implementation and optimization of accounting tools and systems. Partner with FP&A and IT on ERP reporting, integrations, testing, and process enhancements. Qualifications 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including ownership of close activities and review of others' work. Public company accounting experience with strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX, and quarterly/annual reporting requirements. Biotech or pharmaceutical industry experience required. Hands-on experience with clinical trial and/or R&D accrual accounting required. Public accounting experience preferred; Big Four experience is a plus. International consolidation and intercompany accounting experience preferred. Experience with revenue recognition, inventory, cost accounting, and COGS is a plus. NetSuite and FloQast experience strongly preferred. Strong Excel skills and ability to connect financial results to supporting operational data. Experience mentoring staff or coordinating outsourced accounting resources. Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA preferred.