Supports monthly and quarterly close processes by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analyses, and financial schedules. Provides documentation for internal and external reporting, audits, quarterly reviews, and SOX compliance. Partners with cross-functional teams, improves accounting processes, documents procedures, and handles ad hoc Finance projects while maintaining accurate, timely, and well-controlled financial records.
Scholar Rock is delivering muscle-targeted breakthroughs to transform the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and other rare neuromuscular diseases where muscle atrophy remains a critical unmet need.
As a global leader in myostatin biology, a field focused on proteins that regulate muscle mass, the biopharmaceutical company is named for the visual resemblance of a scholar rock to protein structures. Our commitment to unlock fundamentally different treatment approaches is powered by broad application of a proprietary platform, which has developed novel monoclonal antibodies to modulate protein growth factors with extraordinary selectivity. Scholar Rock works every day to create new possibilities for patients through its highly innovative anti-myostatin program, including opportunities in additional rare neuromuscular diseases. Learn more about our neuromuscular franchise at ScholarRock.com and follow @ScholarRock on X and on LinkedIn.
Summary of Position:
Reporting to the Director of Accounting & Revenue, the Senior Accountant will play an important role in supporting the monthly close process, maintaining accurate financial records, and helping ensure the Company’s accounting processes are timely, well controlled, and scalable as the business grows. This role will be responsible for preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules across key areas such as cash, prepaid expenses and accruals, G&A activity, fixed assets, and other general ledger accounts.
The Senior Accountant will collaborate closely with members of the Accounting team to support internal reporting, external reporting, audit requests, SOX compliance, and process improvement initiatives. This position is a great opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, pro-active, and excited to gain exposure to a broad range of accounting areas within a growing public biotechnology company. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, able to manage multiple priorities, and willing to take initiative. This role requires strong Excel skills, clear communication, attention to detail, and a team-oriented approach.
Position Responsibilities
- Prepare month-end journal entries and account reconciliations/supporting schedules across cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accruals, G&A activity, and other GL accounts
- Perform account analyses, investigate variances, and support timely, accurate completion of monthly/quarterly close activities
- Prepare schedules and documentation supporting internal reporting, external reporting, audits, quarterly reviews, and SOX compliance
- Partner with cross-functional teams to gather information needed for accounting entries and analysis
- Support efforts to continuously drive cross-functional improvements, as well as create process documentation
- Execute special ad-hoc projects as requested to support the greater Finance team
Candidate Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience
- CPA or equivalent is preferred
- Life sciences, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical industry experience preferred
- Public company experience preferred
- NetSuite and/or SAP experience preferred
- Experience with month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis
- Exposure to SOX controls and audit support preferred
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and follow through on open items
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with team members and cross-functional partners
- Strong Excel and computer skills required
- Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, well-supported work
- Curious, proactive, and motivated to learn and grow within a developing accounting organization
Scholar Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Scholar Rock Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA Office
301 Binney St, , Cambridge, Massachusetts , United States, 02142
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