Experience in public accounting or publicly traded companies
Background in life sciences, biotech, or pharmaceutical industries
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and ethical standards
Responsibilities
Manage assigned accounting areas such as accruals and prepaid expenses
Read contracts and model accounting implications in Excel
Lead accrual meetings and collaborate with vendors for support
Prepare and post monthly journal entries and conduct account reconciliations
Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
Maintain accurate general ledger documentation in compliance with US GAAP
Assist in preparation of financial statements and schedules
Support external audits by providing required documentation and analyses
Contribute to SOX controls testing and compliance
Collaborate with FP&A and other teams for accurate financial reporting
Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency
Understand company policies and accounting standards
Benefits
Competitive pay and stock options for all employees
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
100% Paid Parental Leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Life, Travel and AD&D insurance
401(k) Company Match with immediate vesting
Employee Stock Purchase plan
Generous vacation plan and paid company holiday shutdowns
Various fertility, mental, financial, and proactive physical health programs
Full Job Description
Description
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Accounting, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for executing core accounting activities and supporting accurate and timely financial reporting. This role will play a key part in the monthly close process, preparation of journal entries and reconciliations, and maintenance of strong internal controls. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to continuous process improvement.
This role is based in our Waltham, MA headquarters. Our office-based employees are required to work in the office three (3) days per week.
Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):
Manage assigned accounting areas such as accruals and prepaid expenses
Where necessary, read contracts and model in excel accounting implications of the arrangement
Lead functional accrual meetings and work with third party vendors to obtain accrual support where necessary
Prepare and post monthly journal entries and perform account reconciliations
Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
Maintain accurate general ledger and supporting documentation in accordance with US GAAP
Assist with preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules
Support external audits by preparing requested documentation and analyses
Assist with SOX controls documentation, testing, and compliance efforts
Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A and other teams to ensure accurate financial reporting
Identify and support opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency
Maintain a strong understanding of company policies, procedures, and accounting standards
Requirements
5+ years of progressive accounting experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
CPA preferred
Public accounting and/or publicly traded company experience preferred
Life sciences, biotech, or pharmaceutical industry experience preferred
Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven mindset of proactive continuous improvement
Efficient independent worker with ability to focus and drive for results
Strong attention to detail
Strong commitment to ethical standards
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)
The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience
Viridian offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Competitive pay and stock options for all employees
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
100% Paid Parental Leave
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Life, Travel and AD&D
401(k) Company Match with immediate company vest
Employee Stock Purchase plan
Generous vacation plan and paid company holiday shutdowns
Various fertility, mental, financial, and proactive physical health programs
About Viridian Therapeutics
Viridian Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that develops gene therapies for inherited diseases. The company's lead product candidate, VRDN-001, is a gene therapy for Friedreich's ataxia, a rare genetic disease that causes progressive damage to the nervous system. Viridian Therapeutics was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
