eGenesis, Inc is seeking a highly motivated Accounting Manager to execute the day-to-day functions during a pivotal period of growth. Reporting to the Controller, this role will be responsible for all aspects of the monthly and quarterly close process. This highly visible role will use strong organizational skills and attention to detail to identify and implement operational decisions with accounting implications. The ideal candidate combines strong technical GAAP knowledge with hands-on execution, thrives in a fast-paced and evolving environment, and is energized by building scalable processes from the ground up. This is a full-time role based in Cambridge, MA.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own the end-to-end financial close process, including general ledger, accounts payables, and accruals, delivering accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with U.S. GAAP
- Account for R&D expenses, clinical trial accruals and prepaids, and CRO vendor arrangements, coordinating closely with clinical and operations teams to estimate accruals
- Help design, implement, and maintain internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) in preparation for SOX compliance and public-company requirements
- Support preparation and maintenance of financial statements and supporting schedules, ensuring disclosures are accurate, complete, and audit-ready
- Manager Senior Accountant, fostering a high-performance team environment
- Design, implement, and maintain a robust internal control environment appropriate for a company operating under public company accounting standards
- Manage NetSuite as the system of record, partnering with FP&A on chart of accounts governance, reporting configuration, and process improvements
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA preferred
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and/or industry experience
- Public company accounting experience preferred, including demonstrated ownership of monthly close process under public company reporting timelines
- Biotech or life sciences industry experience required; familiarity with clinical-stage accounting (CRO accrual methodology, collaboration agreement) strongly preferred
- Hands-on proficiency with NetSuite required
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently, prioritize, and adapt in a fast-changing environment
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA
- 5+ years progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and/or industry experience
- Public company accounting experience, including ownership of monthly close under public reporting timelines
- Biotech or life sciences industry experience
- Familiarity with clinical-stage accounting (CRO accrual methodology, collaboration agreements)
- Hands-on proficiency with NetSuite
- Experience owning end-to-end financial close process and preparing US GAAP financial statements
- Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining internal controls over financial reporting (SOX readiness)
- Experience managing or mentoring accounting staff (manage Senior Accountant)
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently, prioritize, and adapt in a fast-changing environment
What We Do
eGenesis is revolutionizing the field of transplantation with an unparalleled, multiplexed gene editing platform for the development of human-compatible organs, tissues and cells. Harnessing the latest gene-editing techniques, eGenesis has the capability to solve the global organ crisis by providing an alternative to allotransplantation. eGenesis is uniquely positioned to reinvigorate the field of xenotransplantation by addressing both the key virology and immunology hurdles that have impeded its advancement to date and provide commercially-viable products to save and enhance the lives of patients in need.
