Senior Manager, Accounting

The Senior Manager of Accounting is responsible for oversight of the accounting function and plays a crucial role in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and supporting strategic decision-making. The Senior Manager will report to the Senior Director, Finance and Assistant Controller with an expectation to attend occasional in person meetings in the Parsippany, NJ office and Accounting specific meetings in Boston, Massachusetts, with a strong preference to be located in the Northeast.

Primary Responsibilities 

• Manage a monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close, including ensuring accurate and timely completion of deliverables and setting up the calendar of events for the close and year-end processes
• Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, including cash/investment reporting and payroll
• Review semi-monthly and ad hoc payroll processing and, if needed, serve as the backup preparer
• Prepare monthly journal entries for complex areas such as clinical trial, incentive compensation accruals, prepaids, intercompany accounting, and other areas as assigned
• Ensure proper and timely recording of financial transactions in the general ledger (GL) in accordance with GAAP
• Oversee fixed assets and lease accounting, including review of supporting schedules for quarterly reviews
• Assist with monthly reporting for foreign subsidiaries and associated recording of entries
• Analyze, prepare, and review GL account reconciliations as assigned
• Assist with preparing supporting schedules for annual audit and quarterly reviews
• Contribute to the development of financial accounting systems required to maintain accounting and reporting requirements
• Approve, review, and maintain schedules and ad hoc financial reports
• Research, problem-solve, and respond to questions about the GL and financial reports
• Serve as primary contact for both internal and external auditors
• Assist in process and system improvement initiatives
• Assist with various miscellaneous projects as assigned (e.g., state and federal tax returns, 401k audits, etc.)

Competencies 

• Strong understanding and application of US GAAP and internal control processes (SOX 404)
• Solid foundation in accounting processes and principles
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Detailed-oriented with excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Adept at working accurately and quickly with superior organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to cope and adapt in a changing environment
• Highly dependable and able to handle confidential and sensitive information
• Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and provide positive attitude toward problem solving and the resulting implementation of solutions
• Self-starter with strong time management skills and the ability to multi-task
• Superior customer service skills and mindset 
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Demonstrated supervisory, management, and leadership skills
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required; CPA a plus
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in finance, accounting, or related field 
• Biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience highly preferred
• Payroll experience highly preferred
• Experience with NetSuite, FloQast, Coupa, ADP, Concur, and Equity Edge a plus

EEO Statement: 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. 

Benefit Statement:

All regular-status, full-time employees of Geron are eligible to participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefit program, pursuant to plan terms and conditions. Plan choices include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance, supplemental health insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, and an employee stock purchase plan. Geron also provides regular-status, full-time employees with a generous time off program that includes the eligibility to accrue 160 hours of vacation during each full year of employment, 64 hours of sick leave, 9 standard paid holiday days off, and paid leave for certain life events. Geron recognizes that its employees work in many different states and therefore may be affected by different laws. It is Geron’s intention to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws that apply to the Company’s employees.

Salary Statement:

Offered compensation is determined based on market data, internal equity, and an applicant’s relevant skills, experience, and educational background. 

General Salary Range: $155,000 to $175,000