Manager, Accounting

Priovant is committed to developing therapies that address high unmet need in autoimmune disease. Following our successful Phase 3 data, Priovant is preparing for commercial launch. We are seeking a highly motivated Accounting Manager to support our transition to a commercial-stage company. The Accounting Manager will be responsible for managing accounts payable and supporting other accounting functions, including month-end close, financial reporting, vendor management and T&E. This position will report to the Controller and is fully remote, with approximately two days per month of travel to the Durham, NC office required. 

Responsibilities 

• Manage the accounts payable process, including maintaining the AP inbox, reviewing and routing invoices, resolving internal and external inquiries and processing payments 
• Manage purchase orders in Coupa, including creating purchase orders with accurate GL account coding for new contracts and monitoring open purchase orders 
• Support the month-end close process, including preparing workpapers and account reconciliations and posting journal entries 
• Assist with the financial reporting processes, including assisting with the preparation of financial reporting packages and with quarterly review and annual audit requirements 
• Responsible for vendor management, including onboarding new vendors in Coupa and responding to vendor inquiries 
• Monitor, track and archive all contracts to ensure accurate corporate records  
• Support annual tax compliance requirements, including sales and use tax, 1099s, etc. 
• Manage the overall T&E process, including reviewing expense reports and being the point-person for colleague inquiries  
• Manage the corporate card process, including facilitating corporate card requests and supporting the monthly statement reconciliation 
• Identify and implement process and performance improvements 

Qualifications 

• 5+ years corporate accounting experience, biotech/pharma experience preferred  
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation 
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel 
• Strong ownership mentality  
• Highly detail-oriented 
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task with strong organizational and project planning skills 
• Quick learner who adapts well to a fast-paced environment and gets work done, combining creativity, problem-solving, and a can-do attitude to overcome any obstacle 
• Coupa experience preferred 
• NetSuite experience preferred