Sr. Accountant

Company Overview

BridgeBio is dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering groundbreaking medicines for genetic diseases, addressing the significant unmet needs of millions worldwide. We bridge the gap between scientific breakthroughs and patient access by leveraging an entrepreneurial approach to rapidly advance life-changing therapies. Beyond medicine, BridgeBio is committed to fostering leadership and seeks individuals driven by a passion for innovation and a relentless pursuit of solutions for patients facing adversity.

About the Role: Senior Accountant at BridgeBio

BridgeBio is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, creating, testing, and delivering transformative medicines for genetic diseases and cancers with clear genetic drivers. We bridge the gap between scientific advancements and patient access, driven by a focus on scientific excellence and rapid execution. Since our founding in 2015, we’ve built a robust portfolio of drug development programs and currently have two approved drugs. Our team is passionate about translating today’s discoveries into tomorrow’s medicines, operating from U.S. offices in San Francisco, Palo Alto, and Raleigh, as well as international locations.

To learn more about our mission and culture, visit https://bridgebio.com.

Who You Are:

As a Senior Accountant, you will be a vital part of our growing accounting team, overseeing the general ledger accounting close process for areas including fixed assets, leases, and G&A accruals. Reporting to the Associate Director of Accounting, this individual contributor role requires proactive engagement with various business units and external parties. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment, is highly organized, results-oriented, analytical, detail-oriented, possesses excellent communication skills, and is highly motivated to consistently deliver exceptional work.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the monthly closing of assigned general ledger (GL) accounts, including long-debt, royalty obligations, embedded derivative liability, software capitalization (ASC 350-40), G&A prepayments and accruals, lease accounting (ASC 842), and fixed assets.
• Prepare detailed monthly accounting close workpapers and analyses for assigned GL accounts to ensure accurate and timely recognition of expenses, prepayments, deposits, and accrual accounts.
• Review new PO contracts to ensure proper accounting for expenses, prepaids, and accruals.
• Prepare journal entries and related supporting documentation in adherence to quality and compliance standards.
• Prepare general ledger account reconciliations for assigned accounts.
• Prepare rollforward and tie-out schedules for assigned 10Q/10K footnote disclosures and other ad hoc analyses.
• Prepare fluctuation analyses on assigned GL accounts.
• Maintain amortization schedules for royalty and lease obligations.
• Collaborate with key contacts in other business units to manage prepayment and accrual processes, including meetings and resolving outstanding items.
• Prepare audit and tax requested schedules and confirmations, and address follow-up items.
• Ensure compliance with SOX requirements by executing control procedures and maintaining SOX-compliant workpaper documentation; prepare data and analysis for external audit, internal control, and SOX testing.
• Collaborate and assist other accounting team members as needed.

What We Look For in Our Team Members:

• Patient Champions who prioritize patients and uphold ethical standards.
• Entrepreneurial Operators with an ownership mindset focused on practical solutions.
• Truth Seekers who are detailed, rational, and humble problem solvers.
• Individuals Who Inspire Excellence in themselves and others.
• High-quality executors who deliver results with precision and speed.

Education, Experience & Skills Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in a publicly traded company (Big 4 or similar SEC client experience combined with industry experience highly preferred).
• Biotech experience is a plus.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong work ethic with sound judgment, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to manage a high volume of transactions in a fast-paced environment.
• Results-oriented and detail-oriented with a focus on process improvement.
• Strong ability to prioritize and organize work effectively.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills (oral and written).
• High sense of urgency and ability to identify creative solutions to complex, time-sensitive problems.
• High degree of organizational agility and ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion.
• Commitment to delivering quality results and overcoming obstacles.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple work streams under pressure.

What We Offer:

• Patient Days to connect directly with individuals impacted by our work.
• A culture inspired by our values: put patients first, think independently, be radically transparent, every minute counts, and let the science speak.
• An unyielding commitment to putting patients first.
• A de-centralized model empowering program teams to focus on science and patients.
• A place where you own the vision for your program and career.
• A collaborative, fast-paced, data-driven environment.
• Access to learning and development resources.
• Robust and market-competitive compensation & benefits package (Base, Performance Bonus, Equity, health, welfare & retirement programs).
• Flexible PTO.
• Rapid career advancement for strong performers.
• Potential to work on multiple BridgeBio Pharma programs.
• Partnerships with leading institutions.
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

BridgeBio strives to provide a market-competitive total rewards package. The anticipated salary range for this role in California is [Salary Range]. The final salary offered will depend on various factors, including experience, industry experience, education, location, and interview performance. This salary range may not reflect positions based in other states.

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