Senior Accountant

BioSpace; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Marea Therapeutics, based in South San Francisco, seeks a finance professional to lead monthly closes, external reporting, and public-company readiness. You’ll drive R&D and clinical-trial accounting processes and support audits in a fast-paced biotech setting.

You will partner with cross-functional teams, strengthen internal controls, and tackle complex technical accounting topics while ensuring US GAAP compliance and efficient ERP use. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA or progress toward CPA a plus, not required
• 3–5 years of accounting experience, ideally including public accounting and/or public company biotech experience
• Experience with public-company reporting and SOX compliance is a plus
• Solid knowledge of US GAAP, COSO framework and IT General Controls (ITGCs)
• Strong Excel skills and high attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly and year-end close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations
• Review journal entries and reconciliations prepared by AP
• Track and accrue R&D and clinical trial accounting in collaboration with stakeholders
• Prepare financial statements, schedules and footnote disclosures
• Support audits with audit responses and drafting technical memos
• Collaborate with external partners on complex technical accounting topics
• Partner with business functions to gather information for accurate accounting
• Support ERP optimization and close automation initiatives
• Assist with internal financial reporting and variance analysis
• Assist in registration statement filings and due diligence data
• Support SOX 404 implementations and process documentation

Skills

US GAAP

SOX compliance

Public accounting

Excel

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA or progress toward CPA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About The Company

Marea Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in South San Francisco with a growing pipeline of first-in-class therapies to address genetically validated cardioendocrine disease targets. Our therapies have the potential to serve as transformative treatment options for significant patient populations living with cardioendocrine diseases.

Marea Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in South San Francisco with a growing pipeline of first-in-class therapies to address genetically validated cardioendocrine disease targets. Our therapies have the potential to serve as transformative treatment options for significant patient populations living with cardioendocrine diseases.

The company’s lead program, MAR001, is being developed for the treatment of severe hypertriglyceridemia (sHTG), a condition characterized by very high triglyceride levels and elevated risk of acute pancreatitis. Preclinical models with MAR001 demonstrated reduction in triglycerides, remnant cholesterol and ectopic fat, and improved insulin sensitivity. MAR001 has demonstrated strong and a differentiated profile in patients and is approaching Phase 3 development.

Our second clinical asset, MAR002, is a monoclonal antibody targeting excess growth hormone produced by the pituitary gland in the rare hormonal disorder, acromegaly. MAR002 has potential to become best-in-disease and is quickly progressing into Phase 2/3 clinical development.

We also have a third asset that is swiftly advancing through research discovery, with DC nomination expected this year.

At Marea, we believe in the power of collaboration and the importance of leading by example. We are a tight-knit team that values the contributions of every member, from interns to senior leaders. Our environment is dynamic, with each day presenting new challenges and opportunities for growth. Every role is “Hands-On”, and the successful candidate will be able to work alongside team members, regardless of level, to understand challenges and drive results.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close

• Lead the monthly, quarterly and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations
• Assist with the review of journal entries and account reconciliation prepared by AP accountant
• R&D and Clinical Trial Accounting: Track and accrue research and development contracts, clinical trial through close collaboration with internal business owners and external vendors.
• Assist with preparing financial statements, supporting schedules and drafts of footnote disclosures
• Compile audit support and respond to requests from external auditors during quarterly reviews and the annual audit
• Research technical accounting topics and prepare technical accounting memos. As needed, ( collaborate closely with external technical accounting firm on the drafting of technical accounting memos for complex and non-routine transactions

Cross-Functional & Process Support

• Partner with all business functions to gather information needed for accurate accounting of business activities
• Support process and systems improvement initiatives that help the company scale for growth (e.g., ERP optimization, close automation)
• Support internal financial reporting, including variance analysis, periodic reporting schedules

Public Company Readiness Support

• Support registration statement filing, including interim reviews procedures and drafting/tie out of registration statements
• Assist in gathering financial data during due diligence process

SOX & Internal Controls – Post-Public Company Status

• Support implementation of SOX 404, including control design, and process documentation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA or progress toward CPA a plus, not required
• 3–5 years of accounting experience, ideally including at least 3 years of public accounting (Big 4 or national firm) and/or public company experience in biotech/pharma or life sciences
• Experience with public-company reporting and SOX compliance is a plus,
• Solid knowledge of US GAAP, COSO framework and IT General Controls (ITGCs)
• Strong Excel skills and high attention to detail
• Reliable, organized, motivated self-starter with the ability to execute on assigned tasks independently and meet deadlines in a highly dynamic environment
• Clear communicator, comfortable receiving direction and feedback from senior accounting and finance leaders

PAY RANGE

The estimated salary range for this role is $135,000-$160,000. Compensation and title will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and the responsibilities of the position.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Prolonged periods of being at a stationary desk or work computer
• Ability to occasionally adjust, handle, or move objects up to [20] pounds
• Transparently and timely communicating with others to exchange information
• Occasional travel as required to meet business objectives

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual’s status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, and local law. We invite applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants.