Key Facts

Remote From:

New York (USA)

Full time

Senior (5-10 years)

English

Hard Skills

Other Skills

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Microsoft Excel
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Non-Verbal Communication
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Analytical Skills
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Time Management
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Detail Oriented
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Prioritization
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Problem Solving

Roles & Responsibilities

BA/BS degree in Accounting or related field
3-5 years of experience in an accounting role
CPA or equivalent (or on-track) preferred
Experience with NetSuite and FloQast is a plus

Requirements:

Participate in monthly and annual accounting closing processes and contribute to producing accurate and timely financial statements
Prepare all recurring monthly journal entries
Maintain all balance sheet reconciliations and update monthly to ensure accurate reporting
Support financial statement audits and reports

Lexeo Therapeutics

About Lexeo Therapeutics

Based in New York City, Lexeo Therapeutics is a clinical-stage genetic medicines company dedicated to transforming healthcare by applying pioneering science to fundamentally change how disease is treated. Building on groundbreaking research from Weill Cornell Medicine and the University of California San Diego, Lexeo partners with preeminent institutions on the cutting edge of gene therapy research. Using a stepwise development approach, Lexeo is leveraging early proof-of-concept functional and biomarker data to advance a pipeline of cardiovascular and APOE4 associated Alzheimer's disease programs, and is led by pioneers and experts with decades of collective experience in genetic medicines, rare disease drug development, manufacturing and commercialization. For more information, please visit www.lexeotx.com.

Founded: 2018

Company size: 11 - 50

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Job description

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Accountant to join our growing team. As Senior Accountant, you will be the primary preparer of most accounting workpapers and support, reporting to the Associate Director/Director of Accounting and SEC Reporting and working closely with the AP Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge medical treatments and shape the future of healthcare.

We welcome applications from candidates located across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.

Primary Responsibilities

Participate in the monthly and annual accounting closing processes and contribute to producing accurate and timely financial statements

Prepare all recurring monthly journal entries

Maintain all balance sheet reconciliations and update monthly to ensure accurate reporting

Provide detailed fluctuation analysis for month end closing

Maintain effective internal controls and prepare annual internal control process narratives and key control analysis

Assist AP Manager in proper coding of invoices

Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with GAAP

Support financial statement audits and reports

Collaboration with operational personnel on financial and operational matters

Special projects and other assignments as required

Required Skills and Qualifications

BA/BS degree in Accounting or related field

3-5 years of experience in an Accounting role

Ability to work effectively with all levels of an organization

Strong analytical skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines and strong problem-solving skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Intermediate or Advanced aptitude in Excel is required

CPA or equivalent (or on-track) preferred

Experience with a Big 4 or national firm, SEC registered company and/or Biotech company is preferred

Familiarity with NetSuite and FloQast a plus

Ability to travel to HQ quarterly

About Lexeo

Lexeo Therapeutics is a clinical-stage genetic medicine company headquartered in New York City, pioneering cardiac genetic medicine candidates to treat the root causes of inherited cardiovascular diseases. Our lead program, LX2006, targets cardiomyopathy associated with Friedreich’s Ataxia and anchors a broader pipeline addressing genetically defined conditions such as hypertrophic and arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathies. Backed by a strong financial foundation, Lexeo is positioned to translate groundbreaking science into durable clinical impact.

Our work culture is a hybrid model with 2 days/week in the New York City office and 3 days working from home.

Lexeo Therapeutics is an EEO employer committed to an exciting, diverse, and enriching work environment.