Manager/Senior Manager, Technical Accounting

About Kronos Bio

Kronos Bio, Inc. is dedicated to the discovery and development of first-in-class therapies that modulate historically undruggable targets. We leverage deep capabilities in high-throughput small molecule microarrays, targeted protein degradation, and cancer biology in order to identify potent and selective compounds against transcription factors and other central drivers of oncogenic signaling.

Summary of Position: 

This role is an exciting opportunity to join Kronos’ growing accounting team in an accounting manager role. The ideal candidate will leverage their experience in the biotech industry and public accounting to coordinate across the finance team and the organization to drive projects related to technical accounting areas and issues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

·        Support research and preparation of technical accounting treatment position papers. Analyze and document non-recurring transactions by proactively identifying accounting implications, applying appropriate accounting rules and exercising judgement in subjective areas. Determine presentation and disclosure requirements related to transactions.

·        Supervision of clinical trial accrual accounting. Review of contracts and workpapers to identify areas of risk to ensure complete and accurate accounting conclusions are reached and resulting journal entries are recorded.

·        Ensure accuracy and timeliness of the monthly close process and accurate GL treatment within the accounting systems for assigned areas.

·        Provide technical and operational guidance and support to senior accountant.

·        Support with SEC reporting and implementation of new accounting pronouncements and new accounting areas.

·        Support FP&A with budget versus actual quarterly analysis. Work cross-functionality with teams to understand quarterly variances from budget and planned future activities.

·        Manage the workload and review work of the senior accountant.

·        Support project management of SOX 404 for the team to ensure ongoing compliance.

·        Liaise with external auditors, including preparation of PBC items and addressing questions.

·        Assist in establishing and maintaining accounting policies, best practices and procedures.

·        Perform ad-hoc projects as required.

Qualifications:

·        Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

·        5+ years of combined public accounting and industry experience in a public company; Biotech or Life Sciences experience preferred

·        Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC rules with the ability to correctly interpret and apply new and existing US GAAP guidance

·        Strong understanding of SOX404

·        Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

·        Highly detail oriented, organized, self-motivated and committed to a high level of accuracy

·        Strong organizational and project management skills with ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously

The expected annual salary range for this full-time position is $120,000 - $160,000, plus eligibility for bonus, benefits, and equity incentives. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, business needs, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.