SEC Reporting & Accounting Manager

Neumora; United States; On-site; USD 151,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Company equity

Paid time off

Company holidays

Parental leave

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Neumora is seeking an experienced SEC Reporting and Accounting Manager to lead the financial close for R&D activities and support the company’s reporting obligations. This onsite role in Watertown, MA collaborates across Finance, Legal, HR, and Clinical Operations to ensure accurate and timely disclosures.

The ideal candidate will have 5–8+ years of accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and a CPA (preferred).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience.
• CPA license preferred.
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industries preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of Form 10-Q quarterly reports, Form 10-K annual report, and other reports as needed.
• Manage the monthly R&D accrual process, including vendor outreach, meetings with internal stakeholders, accrual and prepaid analysis, preparation of supporting schedules.
• Review and prepare complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules related to clinical trial expense, CMC and manufacturing activities, preclinical activities and collaboration agreements.
• Partner with the Controller on the review and assessment of technical accounting matters and new accounting standards under U.S. GAAP, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Support quarterly and annual audit activities.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls and accounting policies to ensure compliance with SOX
• Partner closely with FP&A, Legal, Human Resources, Clinical Operations, and other departments to support business initiatives and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with SEC reporting activities, including preparation of supporting schedules and disclosures, as applicable.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve operational efficiency through automation and process improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certification (preferred)

Tools

NetSuite

Condor

Excel

Job description

At Neumora, we are pushing the boundaries of science and technology to revolutionize the way patients with brain disease are treated. We are seeking extraordinary individuals to join our team as we grow and advance our pipeline.

The SEC Reporting and Accounting Manager will be responsible for supporting the Company's financial reporting process, managing the monthly close for all R&D related activities, maintaining strong internal controls, and partnering cross-functionally to support the Company's operations.

Responsibilities:

• Support the preparation of Form 10-Q quarterly reports, Form 10-K annual report, and other reports as needed.
• Manage the monthly R&D accrual process, including vendor outreach, meetings with internal stakeholders, accrual and prepaid analysis, preparation of supporting schedules.
• Review and prepare complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules related to clinical trial expense, CMC and manufacturing activities, preclinical activities and collaboration agreements.
• Partner with the Controller on the review and assessment of technical accounting matters and new accounting standards under U.S. GAAP, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Support quarterly and annual audit activities.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls and accounting policies to ensure compliance with SOX
• Partner closely with FP&A, Legal, Human Resources, Clinical Operations, and other departments to support business initiatives and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with SEC reporting activities, including preparation of supporting schedules and disclosures, as applicable.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve operational efficiency through automation and process improvements.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to work onsite in Watertown, MA up to 3 days per week as required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience
• CPA license preferred
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements
• Experience supporting SOX compliance and internal control environments
• Experience managing month-end close and financial statement preparation
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP system
• Experience with Condor or similar clinical trial accrual system a plus
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across functions

2026 Company benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan: Neumora matches 50% of an employee’s eligible contribution, up to the first 6% of salary (up to 3% employer contribution)
• Company Equity (New Hire Awards, Annual Awards, ESPP)
• Annual paid time off:
• Accrued Vacation Days: 15 days per year
• Sick Days: 10 days per year
• Company Holidays: 13 days plus summer recharge week in July and winter shutdown in December
• Leave of Absence: Paid Medical Leave, Paid New Parent Bonding Leave, Paid Family Leave, paid short-term and long-term disability
• Discretionary year-end bonus

The salary range posted describes the minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Actual salary may vary based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Base Salary Range:$150,994.91-$158,665.32

Neumora Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company founded to confront the greatest medical challenges of our generation by taking a fundamentally different approach to the way treatments for brain diseases are developed. Our therapeutic pipeline currently consists of seven programs that target novel mechanisms of action for a broad range of underserved, prevalent diseases. Neumora’s mission is to redefine neuroscience drug development by bringing forward the next generation of novel therapies that offer improved treatment outcomes and quality of life for patients.

Neumora is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.