Senior Accountant, Accounting

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About Us</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <div data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Kardigan is a heart health company working to make cardiovascular disease preventable, curable and no longer the leading cause of death in the world.<br><br></div> <div>It is Kardigan’s mission to develop multiple targeted treatments in parallel that bring people with cardiovascular diseases to the cures they deserve.</div> <div> </div> <div>Led by Tassos Giannakakos, Jay Edelberg, <span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">M.D., Ph.D.,</span> and Bob McDowell, Ph.D., Kardigan’s co-founders have reunited after leading MyoKardia to discover and develop mavacamten, the first cardiac myosin inhibitor, resulting in an acquisition by Bristol Myers Squibb in 2020.</div> <div> </div> <div>We have a cutting-edge discovery and translational research platform, a pipeline of late-stage candidates, and an industry-leading team that is driven to improve the lives of patients.</div> <div> </div> <div>At Kardigan, we are motivated by our values which guide how we work, interact, and achieve our goals. <strong>Driven by patients and their families</strong>, we are deeply committed to improving the lives of patients and prioritizing their needs above all else. We believe in <strong>being authentic</strong>—leading with truth to bring out the best in others by creating an environment where every person knows they will be fully accepted. With an <strong>eagerness to learn</strong>, we encourage the highest levels of curiosity and are open to changing our minds. We are committed to <strong>winning as a team</strong> with urgency, excellence, and intention, and support each other no matter what role we play or where we sit. Lastly, we strive to <strong>enable the impossible</strong> because patients are counting on us. We are not afraid to take risks to unlock innovation and advance scientific discoveries.</div> <div> </div> <div>These values are the foundation of our work, empowering us to make a real difference, every day.</div> <div> </div> <div> </div></div><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Position Title:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Senior Accountant, Accounting</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Department: </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">Finance & Accounting</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Reports To: </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">Senior Director, Accounting</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto"><strong>Location: </strong>South San Francisco, CA – On-site 4 days per week (Mon to Thurs)</span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Job Overview</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Kardigan is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant, to assist with the company’s accounting functions. This position primarily focuses on assisting with and independently executing complex aspects of  the company’s accounting operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP, financial reporting accuracy, and efficient financial processes.  In addition, the role will also assist in processing payroll and payroll related matters, accounts payable and purchasing</span><span data-contrast="none">. </span><span data-contrast="auto"> This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with hands-on experience, with a strong accounting background and payroll expertise, to have a meaningful impact on financial operations within a growing organization. The ideal candidate will play a significant role in driving process improvements and working alongside key internal teams to enhance overall business performance.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Essential Duties and Responsibilities</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Accounting Leadership:</span></strong> <br><span data-contrast="auto">Assist in the preparation of the company’s general ledger, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and regulatory guidelines while working towards month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing and reviewing more complex reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals. Analyze financial data to maintain accuracy and integrity in records, assist in preparing financial statements for business decision-making, and assist with proper accounting treatment, including evaluation of non-routine or judgmental transactions Collaborate with external auditors and tax advisors to provide relevant support for financial audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">System Integration and Management:</span></strong> <br><span data-contrast="none">Collaborate with the IT teams to maintain and optimize accounting and payroll systems. Assist with the integration between GL, payroll data, accounts payables, purchasing and the general ledger, and work to enhance the functionality and efficiency of financial systems such as NetSuite, including supporting enhancements that impact multiple functional areas</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Operational Excellence:</span></strong> <br><span data-contrast="none">Enhance, implement and advocate accounting policies and procedures that improve operations, minimize errors, and ensure compliance. Continuously coming up with ideas to improve processes and accounting workflows to increase efficiency and scalability, particularly as the organization grows in complexity Being a reliable backup for the payroll, accounts payable and purchasing functions.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Audit & Compliance Support:</span></strong> <br><span data-contrast="none">Assist in accounting and payroll audits, ensuring all records and financial reports are accurate, complete, and compliant with applicable laws and regulations. Support the preparation for internal and external audits by providing required documentation and responding to audit inquiries.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Business Partnership:</span></strong> <br><span data-contrast="none">Work closely with cross-functional teams (HR, IT, FP&A) to provide insights and recommendations that drive operational efficiency and sound financial decision-making, including advising on accounting implications or cross-functional intiatives Collaborate with the FP&A team to ensure accuracy and integrity in financial reporting. </span><span data-contrast="auto">Assemble and prepare statistics on key areas of company operations and assist in analyzing, interpreting, and communicating this information</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Qualifications and Preferred Skills</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, or relevant advanced degree preferred.</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with additional experience in payroll accounting.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Strong knowledge of GAAP and payroll regulations, with the ability to interpret and apply this knowledge in financial reporting and payroll transactions.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Proven ability to<span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-contrast="none">exercise </span><span data-contrast="none">independent judgement on complex accounting </span><span data-contrast="none">decisions</span><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-contrast="none">matters </span><span data-contrast="none">and provide recommendations for financial accuracy and compliance.</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite required) Proven ability to design, implement, and improve accounting and payroll processes (ADP WFN preferred) in a growing organization.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Ensuring<span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-contrast="none">all</span><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-contrast="none">documentation is audit-ready and policy-compliant, setting standards for the team. </span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Responsible for processing all employee reimbursements and credit card reconciliations.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Some experience with P2P process, with the ability to research transactions and assist team with solutions.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Experience managing payroll and financial audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory compliance measures.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Experience gathering data for financial and tax audits.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and ensure accuracy in accounting records.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">You are a self-starter who can plan, organize and take the initiative to meet job objectives and deadlines independently. Ability to manage multiple priorities.</li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey financial and payroll information to non-financial stakeholders<span data-contrast="none">, </span><span data-contrast="none">including complex topics.</span></li> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Strong leadership capabilities, with experience developing cross-functional teams.<span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>Exact Compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.</p></div><div class="title">Pay range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$123,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$160,000 USD</span></div></div></div>