Sr. Accountant

Senior Accountant

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hyperphagia in patients with 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.

As a Senior Accountant at our biopharmaceutical company, you will be a key player in managing and overseeing our financial operations. You will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records, preparing detailed financial reports, and supporting our month-end close process. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in accounting, preferably within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, and experience working in a public company or public accounting firm.

Join our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the world of biopharmaceuticals with your expertise in financial management and accounting practices.

Your contributions (include, but are not limited to):

• Conduct complex account reconciliations and maintain the general ledger, adhering to public company standards and regulations. This includes handling research and development accruals, intercompany account reconciliations, and elimination entries
• Lead the month-end close processes in compliance with public company requirements, accounting for research and development studies, and reviewing various account balances and transactions
• Ensure strict adherence to GAAP, SOX, and company policies, and assist in preparing financial audits
• Collaborate with the Business and Finance teams to analyze expense trends and provide valuable insights for decision-making
• Support the implementation of financial systems and process improvements, focusing on aligning with public company standards and enhancing accounting controls and processes
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior accounting staff, sharing your valuable public company experience and best practices

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a relevant field, with a minimum of 4 years of experience in a public company or public accounting role, showcasing a deep understanding of public company financial operations OR Master's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field and/or CPA certification, with at least 2 years of similar experience mentioned above
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and expertise in accounting operations for public companies, especially research and development accruals and intercompany accounting
• Proficiency in industry-standard accounting software, Microsoft Excel, and preferably Net Suite accounting system, in alignment with public company financial best practices
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a sharp attention to detail and accuracy while maintaining focus on the broader financial landscape
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team, with a proven track record of successful cooperation within public company financial environments
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a history of effectively communicating financial information to diverse stakeholders

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 and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don't line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $97,000.00-$. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors,…