Senior Manager, Accounting

Job Title: Senior Manager, Accounting
Reports To: Controller
Department: Finance
People Manager: Yes
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: San Diego, CA
Schedule: Hybrid, in office 2-3 days a week

Position Summary
Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Manager, Accounting will be responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of financial accounting data, and for the daily management of accounting functions and processes for the company.  The Senior Manager, Accounting needs to collaborate effectively with people in all departments and at all levels within the organization. 

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to team members and ensure a high level of performance, productivity, and integrity
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills in fostering a positive and collaborative team environment
• Lead month-end closing activities; prepare or review all journal entries, including complex journal entries for clinical, preclinical, and manufacturing expenses, allocations and global consolidation
• Prepare/review balance sheet account reconciliations on a monthly basis; reconcile complex balance sheet accounts and investigate/resolve variances
• Prepare financial reporting package (income statement, balance sheet, statement of cash flows, statement of shareholders’ equity, and financial statement analysis) for internal and external reporting
• Responsible for bi-monthly payroll processing
• Review weekly check runs and ensure the timely payment of invoices; review all invoices for coding
• Preparation of equity-related journal entries, administration of equity awards and reconciliation of equity award activity
• Assist the controller with the annual audit process, including the preparation of audit schedules and interaction with external auditors
• Assist in the preparation of support schedules needed for the annual tax provision/return
• Assist the controller with the implementation of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) systems and processes, including documentation of policies, procedures, and controls
• Assist with SOX 404b audit activities, as applicable
• Assist the controller with any accounting-related efficiency projects, such as new tool implementations

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA preferred
• Minimum of 7 years’ accounting experience in a business setting, with at least 3 years in a managerial role
• Experience within the life science industry required
• Previous experience with accounting in a publicly traded company required
• Significant Sarbanes Oxley compliance experience, 404b experience preferred
• Stock option administration and Equity Edge / E*TRADE experience preferred
• Knowledge of GAAP accounting, financial statements, budgeting and forecasting, cash flows, and auditing
• Experience with global operations and consolidations preferred
• Prior experience in managing team members, including the ability to provide guidance, support and clear direction
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to present numeric data effectively
• Exceptional listening, observational and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional time-management abilities and strong follow-through skills required
• Experience managing confidential information
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment handling a wide range of tasks with little supervision or oversite required
• Friendly, team-oriented, collaborative, and “can-do” attitude
• Intermediate-to-advanced computer and MS Office skills (Outlook/Word/Excel/PowerPoint); Experience with conference equipment/platforms

About Longboard
At Longboard Pharmaceuticals, our mission is to enhance the lives of individuals battling profound neurological conditions. Collaboratively, we foster an inclusive company culture and an inviting environment that we take immense pride in. We actively seek dynamic, talented, and dedicated individuals to join our team.

Pay Transparency
The expected salary for candidates who work in La, Jolla, CA is $140,000-160,000. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Longboard Pharmaceuticals, Inc is a multi-state employer and will consider candidates based in remote work locations.

Benefits
At Longboard, we prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our employees, understanding that benefits play a crucial role in their overall compensation and life quality. We take pride in providing a robust suite of benefits designed to safeguard the health and happiness of our team members, their families, and their lifestyles.

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