Senior Accountant

Company Overview:

Strand Therapeutics is a clinical stage biotechnology company utilizing synthetic biology to genetically program mRNA to deliver truly revolutionary immunotherapies to patients.

Building on the idea of creating smart therapies based on Boolean logic circuits, Strand was started by biological engineers working together at MIT who were seeking to apply the concept of the emerging field of mRNA therapeutics. Strand's technology is therapeutic-area and mRNA modality agnostic where therapeutic proteins are encoded onto modified, self-replicating, or circular mRNA backbones which in turn are programmed with cell-specific sensors and circuits.

Today, Strand has established three platforms with one clinical stage asset and several programs in preclinical development as well as early discovery. Our lead program, STX-001, is currently being evaluated in a phase 1 clinical trial for solid tumors. Our corporate headquarters is located in the Fenway district of Boston, Massachusetts with an additional site based in Watertown, Massachusetts.

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Job Summary:

Strand is looking for people who have the enthusiasm and motivation to be a highly contributing member of a small but extremely productive team. This opportunity will offer the employee the ability to work in a matrix-based environment and be a part of the future strategy of the company.

We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative candidate for the role of Senior Accountant. Reporting to the Controller, this individual will manage and streamline various areas of accounting. The individual will collaborate across the company as a business partner to ensure organizational needs are met in a timely manner.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage procurement-to-pay process, which includes monitoring the accounts payable inbox, managing purchase orders and item/service receipts, invoice and credit memo entry, investigating and responding to vendor inquiries, and other tasks associated with the functions.
• Obtain supporting documentation and enter cash and credit card transactions.
• Assist in the preparation of month-end close workbooks, including investigating any significant/unusual fluctuations between periods.
• Prepare and facilitate payroll under the direction of the Controller.
• Prepare journal entries in collaboration with the Controller.
• Collaborate with business partners to prepare budget/forecasts.
• Prepare and perform monthly budget versus actuals analysis, and work with business partners to understand variances and any changes which need to be reflected in the forecast.
• Collaborate with business partners to understand the accounting implications of significant/unusual contracts and transactions.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Assist in the preparation of external auditor requests, including financial statements and related disclosures.
• Assist in the implementation of new policies, procedures, and systems.

Qualifications:

• B.S. or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field; CPA highly preferred.
• Direct experience providing accounting services to a life sciences client and/or functioning in house at a life sciences organization highly preferred.
• Exceptional project management skills and proven track record of generating deliverables in a timely manner.
• Ability to quickly adapt to change and thrive in a dynamic and entrepreneurial early-stage environment.
• A strong team player with excellent oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work independently.

Strand offers a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, team-focused small company environment. We also offer a top-notch benefits package (health, dental, life, open PTO, onsite lunch catering, commuter support and more) and work/life flexibility and integration. Being part of the Strand team allows you to become part of a small team that supports professional development while working together to meet Strand’s goals. 

Strand Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable law. Strand does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: commensurate with role and experience