SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE
The Cost & Collaboration Accounting Manager will have responsibility for providing managerial level accounting support for the Company's transactions related to cost and inventory accounting, Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) R&D related costs and accruals, as well as provide managerial level accounting support for the Company's in-licensing collaboration agreements. This position will interface daily with Pharmaceutical Supply Chain (PSC), FP&A, Alliance Management and the G/L and technical accounting teams to ensure complete and accurate financial reporting.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Actively participate in the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process, which includes review or preparation of journal entries, review of balance sheet reconciliations and analysis of balance sheet and income statement, specifically focused on inventory, COGS, in-licensing collaboration accounts, and/or the monthly CMC R&D accruals.
- Perform cost accounting activities including developing and analyzing standard costs, excess & obsolete reserves, scrap analysis, inventory variance reviews, book to perpetual and analysis and reporting of inventory and COGS.
- Review and analysis of the reconciled general ledger accounts on a monthly basis including book to perpetual inventory, inventory reserves, in-licensing collaboration accruals, and/or CMC R&D accruals.
- Perform balance sheet and income statement flux analysis with detailed commentary for management reporting, related to cost and inventory accounting, and/or CMC R&D accruals.
- Collaborate with PSC, FP&A, and other cross-functional departments to ensure completeness and accuracy of COGS, inventory balances, and/or CMC R&D accruals.
- Drive process improvements in the accounting and reporting of inventory, COGS and in-licensing collaborations, and/or CMC R&D accruals.
- Support Accounting Operations or other projects and initiatives.
- Responsible for accounting systems or accounting processes.
- Oversee external audit requests and PBC items for the quarterly and year-end audits.
- Oversee Cost, Inventory, Collaboration, and/or CMC R&D accrual SOX related activities and ensure SOX compliance.
- Provide training to new and existing staff.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational innovation and regularly interact with business owners and senior level management.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- No supervisory responsibilities
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education
- BS/BA degree in related discipline and 7 years related experience; or,
- MS/MA degree in related discipline and 5 years related experience; or,
- Equivalent combination of education and experience.
- CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
Experience
- Experience in Auditing, Accounting or Cost Accounting.
- Experience with one of 4 major accounting firms is preferred.
- Experience in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Required:
- General knowledge of accounting/finance principles and theory.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite applications.
- Strong analytical and business communication skills.
- Strong attention to details and ability to work on multiple projects under tight deadlines.
- Ability to interact cooperatively and work as a team.
- Demonstrated success in problem solving.
Preferred:
- SAP software proficiency - highly preferred.
Travel Requirements
- 0% This position does not require travel.
Environmental Requirements:
- Primarily working indoors in an office environment.
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across severalU.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this positionis $120,500 - $171,000 annually. The base pay range may take into account the candidates geographic region, which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidates geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors.
In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.
If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the recruiting process, please email us at: .
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Our office is a modern space that fosters collaboration and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.
DISCLAIMER:
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
