Staff Accountant
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant to join our growing team. You'll be an integral member of a lean but high-performing Accounting team, responsible for supporting the month-end close and ensuring operational excellence in core accounting areas. This role is ideal for someone with early-career experience in public or in-house biotech accounting who is eager to roll up their sleeves, work collaboratively, and grow with a fast-moving company.
Responsibilities
- Manage the accounts payable process end-to-end within Zip, including ensuring coding accuracy, proper PO matching, and compliance with internal controls
- Administer Navan for travel and expense reporting, including employee reimbursements, system configurations, user onboarding / training, and coordination with internal stakeholders
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations and support other balance sheet reconciliations
- Prepare and book accruals and help maintain data integrity across our P&L
- Track and maintain fixed assets and deferred rent schedules
- Assist in preparing department-level reporting
- Collaborate closely with the Senior Accountant to support month-end close activities
- Help ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data in NetSuite and FloQast
- Support ad hoc projects and automation initiatives that enhance reporting or streamline operations
- Maintain and improve financial data hygiene and coding consistency
About You
1-3 years of accounting experience (public or in-house); biotech experience a plusBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldComfortable working in a startup environment where systems, processes, and roles evolveFamiliar with or curious about AI tools in accounting (e.g., automated reconciliations, ChatGPT, etc.)Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experienced with ERP systems like NetSuiteHighly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to take ownershipStrong understanding of GAAP fundamentals and how the financial statements interactTeam player with a strong sense of accountability and a bias for actionThis role is based in our New York City office. Please only apply if you reside in a commutable distance or are willing to relocate.
Compensation
The target salary range for this role is : $80,000 - $95,000. Salary ranges are informed by a number of factors including geographic location. The range provided includes base salary only. In addition to base salary, we offer equity, comprehensive benefits, generous perks, hybrid flexibility, and more. If this range doesn't match your expectations, please still apply because we may have something else for you.
You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.