Specialist II, Accounting (A/P)

Neurocrine Biosciences; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with company match

Paid vacation

Health benefits

Job summary

Neurocrine Biosciences is seeking an Accounts Payable professional in San Diego to support full cycle AP activities, including data entry, payments, and vendor communications. You will work with our ERP systems to reconcile statements and resolve aging items, while meeting month-end deadlines and supporting audits.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in AP, strong Excel and vendor management skills, and the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive tasks with accuracy.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Associates in Accounting/Finance or similar field.
• 2+ years of accounts payable or related experience, including vendor account management.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume invoice data entry.
• Handle weekly check and ACH payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve items on AP aging report.
• Support audits and respond to inquiries as required.

Skills

Accounts payable

ERP experience

Excel

Vendor management

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma / Associates degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Coupa

NetSuite

ERP software

Job description

Who We Are

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, psychiatric, endocrine and immunological disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hyperphagia in Prader-Willi syndrome, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For more than three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and YouTube. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)

About the Role

Supports full cycle Accounts Payable functions, including but not limited to processing of high-volume invoice data entry, weekly check and ACH payments, obtaining signatures for AP check distribution. Performs one or more of the following accounting activities: reconciliation of supplier statements, resolution of outstanding items on the monthly AP Aging report, review of New Supplier Forms, resolution of invoices requiring revision or credits. Meeting month end accounting deadlines. Generates reports, conducts specialized research projects and responds to inquiries as required.

Your Contributions

• Wire processing (foreign & domestic)
• Check voids/reissues
• New Supplier forms verification
• Reconciliation of Supplier statements
• Resolution of AP Aging Report Items
• Follow up of invoices for payment authorization
• Maintenance of AP monthly reports
• Ordering of AP office supplies
• Assists employees and suppliers with issues and questions related to Accounts Payable
• Researches and supports auditing of year end 1099’s
• Provides research and assistance of external audit requests
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma / Associates degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field AND 2+ years of accounts payable or related experience, including vendor account management and utilizing integrated ERP or Accounting software package
• Uses established skills to perform a range of daily operations
• Applies understanding of company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks
• Understands how own area contributes to the achievement of objectives
• Able to assume responsibility, follow-through, meet commitments and use good judgment
• Willingness to be part of a team & cooperation in accomplishing departmental goals and objectives
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to independently complete multiple time-sensitive tasks
• Must be detail-oriented
• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable principles, practices
• Ability to assist with vendor account management
• Invoice auditing skills
• Working knowledge of an integrated ERP or Accounting software package and a strong working knowledge of Excel
• Good understanding of the full cycle accounts payable process
• Coupa and or NetSuite experience a plus

Hourly rate

The hourly rate we reasonably expect to pay is $23.42-$31.92. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 15% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program.

Benefits

• retirement savings plan (with company match)
• paid vacation
• holiday and personal days
• paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
• health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans

EBT Statement

Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer. We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job.

Our values

PASSION: We are driven and love what we do. We are committed to our goals and to making a difference.

INTEGRITY: We do the right thing for patients and our community. We take accountability. We speak up.

COLLABORATION: We trust one another. We are inclusive. We are respectful. We are transparent. Together we succeed.

INNOVATION: We seek and create optimal solutions.

TENACITY: We do not quit. We adapt. We accomplish what others cannot.

Additional details

We are a top place to work. Neurocrine Biosciences was named one of the FORTUNE Best Workplaces in Biopharma™ 2025. We were also named a Great Place to Work® Certified company. ©2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.