Caribou Biosciences is a leading clinical-stage CRISPR genome-editing biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing transformative therapies for patients with devastating diseases. Our next-generation genome-editing technology enables superior precision to develop cell therapies that are armored to potentially improve activity against diseases. We believe the future of cell therapy is off-the-shelf, and we are advancing our pipeline of off-the-shelf, or allogeneic, cell therapies from our CAR-T cell therapy platform as readily available treatments for patients with hematologic malignancies and autoimmune diseases.
Members of the Caribou herd open their minds to new ideas and welcome diverse perspectives. We proudly assert that teams do their best work when their members are personally engaged, their ideas are taken seriously, and their contributions are recognized. Members of the herd work from our headquarters in Berkeley, California, or remotely.We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Accounting Manager to join our finance team. This is a key position within the Finance organization that will report directly to the Associate Director of Accounting.
The ideal candidate will be a hands-on manager and leader in the day-to-day activities of the accounting department. The Accounting Manager will lead various accounting processes and activities including clinical trial and contract manufacturing accruals, month-end close, review of journal entries, adherence to internal controls, and involvement in special projects when appropriate.This position will be based in our Berkeley, California headquarters, with flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement for Bay Area-based candidates.Key Responsibilities
- Assist in driving the financial statement close process (monthly/quarterly/annual) enabling accurate and timely accounting under US GAAP
- Prepare, Review, and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting work papers
- Manage the CMO and CRO expense month-end-close cycle, including reviewing relevant contracts, preparing and reviewing calculated contract accruals/prepayments, and reviewing journal entries and reconciliations
- Proactively interact and lead meetings with Clinical Operations and CMO/CRO vendors to gather and analyze relevant information and supporting documentation
- Support CRO and CMO financial-related issues/questions, including addressing invoice issues as needed
- Perform necessary close activities to enable robust financial records (e.g., accrual preparation, variance analysis, management reporting)
- Work closely with the Associate Director of Accounting to improve, automate, and document accounting processes
- Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including project accounting, prepaid, accruals, reconciliations, revenue recognition and billing, etc
- Enable successful operation of Equity Edge Online and coordinate with system administrators to ensure records are up to date
- Support preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and assist with disclosures as necessary
- Manage and resolve non-routine and non-standard accounting transactions as necessary
- Identify, optimize, and automate accounting processes driving efficient and streamlined close processes
- Assist with the development and maintenance of internal control structure and ensure compliance with established controls
- Assist external auditors, tax consultants, and other service providers with PBC requests
- Ad hoc analysis and projects as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA certification required
- 6+ years of relevant finance and accounting experience, including previous experience within a public biotech or life sciences company and 3+ years in an audit role with a Big 4 accounting firm
- Previous experience with clinical trial, research and development, and outsourced manufacturing accounting
- Demonstrated ability in leading an accounting function, including recruitment, development and retention of top industry talent
- Robust understanding of financial statements, technical accounting, and public company quarterly/annual close processes in a GAAP environment
- Ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines, multi-task, and work independently, and execute objectives without supervision
- Understanding of functional area roles, responsibilities, and interdependencies
- Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
- High level of integrity, strong analytical skills, and attention to detail
- Proficiency with financial systems and software, including Netsuite
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
Caribou compensation and benefits include:
- Comprehensive compensation package, which includes competitive salary, bonus, and equity for all employees
- Salary Range: $125,000 to $137,000 - This represents the present low and high end of the Company’s pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location, skill, experience, and performance
- Generous paid vacation time, in addition to company-observed holidays and floating holidays
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan, which includes matching employer contributions
- Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
- Tuition reimbursement program
The benefits and stock purchase described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility.Caribou is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding), genetic information, taking or requesting statutorily protected leave, or any other basis protected by law.
In addition, Caribou prohibits the harassment of any individual on any of the bases listed above or any other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local laws.Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from staffing agencies.
All agencies must have a valid written agreement with Caribou Biosciences, Inc. for service in place. Any resume or candidate submitted by a staffing agency without such an agreement in place will be considered unsolicited, and Caribou Biosciences, Inc. will not be obligated to pay any referral or placement fee.#Li-Hybrid
