Staff Accountant

PepGen is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on advancing oligonucleotide therapies for severe neuromuscular and neurological diseases. The Staff Accountant will play a crucial role in enhancing the accounting and finance organization, managing accounts payable processes, vendor communications, and monthly reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily accounts payable tasks, which include accounts payable inbox management, invoice input, and vendor inquiry responses
• Prepare weekly payment runs and internal transfer requests
• Assist with the month end close process
• Complete monthly cash and accounts payable reconciliations
• Perform monthly credit card reconciliation
• Input journal entries in general ledger system, which includes the preparation and submission of supporting documentation and work papers
• Ensure timely and complete delivery of any documentation required to support external and internal audits and reporting
• Monitor and participate in and enhance formal processes for internal controls surrounding the reporting process to ensure compliance with Sarbanes Oxley Act requirements
• Manage vendor maintenance within procurement system
• Additional assignments as assigned by the Management

Skills

• A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to work with all levels of management and employees
• Effective time management skills with a focus on process improvement
• Organized and able to manage multiple activities and programs timely and with a high degree of accuracy
• Must be able to work under deadline pressure and willingness to meet critical deadlines
• Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Equity
• Health insurance (including medical, dental, and vision)
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off with paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• A 401(k) plan
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Student loan repayment or 529 contributions
• Lifestyle spending account

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