Senior Accountant, General Ledger

ImmunityBio; California (MO); On-site; USD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Job summary

ImmunityBio is seeking a Senior Accountant, General Ledgers, to manage accounting policies and controls for general ledgers across the organization. The role focuses on monthly close, journal entries, and financial statement preparation in a fast-paced biotech environment.

You will ensure GAAP compliance, drive process improvements, and support audits and ERP initiatives. On-site roles available in CA with discretionary bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field required.
• 3+ years of related experience with progressively greater responsibilities required.
• In-depth understanding of GAAP and accounting experience required.
• Experience with financial data analysis and preparation of financial reports required.
• Public company experience is a plus.
• Public accounting audit experience is a plus. Biotech/pharmaceutical industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly journal entries and reconciliations (leases, payables/receivables, fixed assets, intangibles, accruals, prepaids, license fees).
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and disclosures for internal and external use.
• Maintain fixed assets; record acquisitions/disposals, depreciation, impairment review.
• Ensure SOX compliance and assist with new accounting policies.
• Lead balance sheet/income statement variance analysis and audits.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics D365

Job description

Company Overview

ImmunityBio is a vertically integrated commercial stage biotechnology company developing next-generation therapies that bolster the natural immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases. The Company's range of immunotherapy and cell therapy platforms, alone and together, act to drive and sustain an immune response with the goal of creating durable and safe protection against disease. Designated an FDA Breakthrough Therapy, ANKTIVA is the first FDA-approved immunotherapy for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer CIS that activates NK cells, T cells, and memory T cells for a long-duration response. The Company is applying its science and platforms to treating cancers, including the development of potential cancer vaccines, as well as developing immunotherapies and cell therapies that we believe sharply reduce or eliminate the need for standard high-dose chemotherapy. These platforms and their associated product candidates are designed to be more effective, accessible, and easily administered than current standards of care in oncology and infectious diseases.

Why ImmunityBio?

• ImmunityBio is developing cutting- edge technology with the goal to transform the lives of patients with cancer and develop next- generation therapies and vaccines that complement, harness and amplify the immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases.
• Opportunity to join a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company with headquarters in Southern California.
• Work with a collaborative team with the ability to work across different areas of the company.
• Ability to join a growing company with professional development opportunities.

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant, General Ledgers, will be responsible for the accounting policies, procedures and controls associated with general ledgers across the organization.

Essential Functions

• Preparation of monthly journal entries/reconciliations relating to accounts such as leases, accounts payable and receivables, fixed assets, intangibles, accruals, prepaid expenses and license fees, and other areas assigned.
• Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and applicable disclosures for both internal and external presentation.
• Full maintenance of Fixed assets including but not limited to: record fixed asset acquisitions and dispositions, reconcile balances in the fixed asset subsidiary ledger to the general ledger, calculate depreciation for all fixed assets, investigate potential obsolescence, and conduct periodic impairment reviews.
• Remain current with GAAP standards and assist in the assessment and implementation of significant new accounting guidance and policies across the organization.
• Balance sheet and income statement variance analysis.
• Perform ad hoc projects as determined by senior management (i.e., ERP implementations)
• Ensures SOX compliance across accounting functions as part of the day- to- day operational accounting responsibilities.
• Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and ensures consistency of policies/procedures across the company (with deviations as appropriate).
• Contribute to process improvements in company activities to enhance accounting/finance operational efficiency.
• Support enhancements to financial processes aiming for increased efficiency and scalability.
• Manage the internal and external audit requests providing necessary documentation and support.
• Support internal controls to safeguard the company's assets and prevent fraud.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field with emphasis in accounting required.
• 3+ years of related experience with progressively greater responsibilities required.
• In- depth understanding of GAAP and accounting experience required
• Experience with financial data analysis and preparation of financial reports required
• Public companies experience is a plus.
• Public accounting audit experience is a plus.Experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong analytical skills
• Possess superior organizational and documentation skills, attention to detail, strong teamwork skills and the ability to work effectively with internal and external professionals at all levels.
• Must be able to communicate with confidence and tact across all levels within the company.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to foster a team- oriented environment, working collaboratively with cross- functional teams.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects with competing priorities and tight deadlines in a fast- paced environment.
• Strong, consistent work ethic with a keen attention to details and ability to focus on the big picture.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint knowledge
• Systems knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics D365 is preferred
• Ability to create and deliver financial reports and presentations to internal stakeholders.

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• This position works on site in El Segundo, CA or Torrey Pines, CA.
• Regular work schedule is Monday - Friday, within standard business hours. Flexibility is available with manager approval.
• Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. The annual base pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$117,000 (entry- level qualifications) to $128,500 (highly experienced) annually

ImmunityBio uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with sourcing and identifying potential candidates for open positions. These tools help us reach qualified applicants and improve the efficiency of our recruitment outreach. No preference is given to applicants sourced or identified by AI tools.

Important: AI is not used to screen, evaluate, rank, assess, or make hiring decisions about applicants. All applications are reviewed by human recruiters and hiring managers. Hiring decisions are made solely by ImmunityBio personnel without automated decision- making.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and ensure that all candidates are assessed based on their qualifications, skills, and experience through human review.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options
• Health and Financial Wellness Programs
• Employer Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• 529 Education Savings Program
• Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks
• Paid Time Off (PTO) includes: 11 Holidays
• Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO
• Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day
• We are committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to optimize your Health and Wellness.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At ImmunityBio, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.