Accounting Manager

Conexus; Inglewood (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Conexus, a publicly traded biotechnology company, seeks an Accounting Manager to oversee accounting activities across contracts and balance sheet/income statement accounts. You will own the month-end close, perform financial analysis, and strengthen internal controls in a dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically strong, and able to collaborate cross-functionally across the organization. Prior experience with SOX and audits is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 6+ years of professional accounting experience.
• Strong general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Comprehensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting best practices.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to explain fluctuations.
• Experience supporting internal controls, compliance, and audit processes.
• Strong communication, organization, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close activities with timely, accurate reporting under U.S. GAAP.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and reports for cash, prepaids, accruals, leases, and related accounts.
• Analyze balance sheet and income statement variances with clear explanations.
• Review monthly expenses and contract listings for accuracy and completeness.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to assure financial results integrity.
• Support SOX compliance and internal controls across accounting operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency and control strength.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and address deficiencies as needed.
• Support asset protection, risk management and fraud prevention controls.
• Mentor and train team members on accounting processes and initiatives.

Skills

Financial analysis

General ledger

Month-end close

U.S. GAAP

SOX/compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel proficiency

Audit coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

FloQast

Workiva (Wdesk)

Job description

The Opportunity:

The Accounting Manager will oversee accounting activities across a range of contractual arrangements and balance sheet and income statement accounts. This role combines hands-on technical accounting with month-end close ownership, financial analysis, internal controls, and process improvement in a public company environment.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically strong, and comfortable working cross-functionally in a dynamic, evolving organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead month-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
• Review and oversee journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports across cash, prepaids, accruals, leases, and other accounts.
• Analyze balance sheet and income statement variances and provide clear explanations for fluctuations.
• Review monthly expenses and contract listings to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to maintain the integrity of financial results.
• Support SOX compliance and internal controls across accounting operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase accounting efficiency and strengthen procedures.
• Coordinate internal and external audit requests, provide supporting documentation, and help resolve control deficiencies.
• Support asset protection, risk management, and fraud prevention through effective controls.
• Assist with team training, ad hoc projects, and other accounting initiatives as needed.

Must Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 6+ years of professional accounting experience.
• Strong general ledger experience, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Comprehensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting best practices.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to investigate and explain financial fluctuations.
• Experience supporting internal controls, compliance, and audit processes.
• Strong communication, organization, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Nice to Haves

• CPA or equivalent professional certification.
• Experience in biotechnology, life sciences, or another regulated industry.
• Experience leading or mentoring a small accounting team.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365, FloQast, and Workiva (Wdesk).

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a publicly traded biotechnology company advancing innovative therapies.
• Gain broad exposure to technical accounting, financial reporting, SOX compliance, and audit processes.
• Work cross-functionally in a growing organization with opportunities for professional development.
• Competitive total rewards package, including bonus eligibility, equity awards, medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, and paid holidays.