Lyell Immunopharma
Senior Manager, Operational Accounting
Lyell Immunopharma, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Overview
Lyell Immunopharma is a clinical-stage company advancing a pipeline of next-generation CAR T-cell therapies for solid tumors or hematologic malignancies. We are a company focused on science, respect, collaboration, and courage, with facilities in South San Francisco, California. This role is a hybrid position based out of our South San Francisco office.
Position Senior Manager, Operational Accounting. This is a senior-level individual contributor role within the accounting organization. The position requires an experienced accounting professional who can independently manage various areas of the accounting cycle, apply solid understanding of accounting and technical knowledge, and ensure accuracy and completeness across critical accounting processes. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Accounting, this role partners with cross-functional teams and external service providers while taking full ownership of assigned responsibilities. The ideal candidate combines a hands-on approach with senior-level expertise, consistently delivering work that is complete and auditable. The current scope is that of an independent contributor, with potential to expand to include new areas as the organization grows.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the day-to-day accounting and monthly close activities for assigned areas (e.g., prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accruals, international subsidiaries, and other complex accounts).
Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting workpapers, ensuring they are complete, accurate, and compliant with audit standards.
Oversee end-to-end accounting for international subsidiaries, coordinating with external service providers and internal stakeholders to ensure a complete, accurate, timely close, intercompany transactions and eliminations, consolidation, and support for audits and tax filings.
Assist with coordination and review of year-end tax provisions, R&D tax credit studies, federal and state tax returns.
Lead compliance with statutory requirements, including sales and use, property taxes, business license renewals and various other state and local requirements.
Review vendor contracts and purchase orders to determine appropriate accounting treatment for expense recognition, accruals and prepayments.
Serve as the trusted reviewer and subject-matter expert, identifying issues, catching errors, and ensuring deliverables are high quality, audit-ready, and reliable.
Support external audits, providing PBC schedules and timely, accurate responses to inquiries.
Ensure SOX compliance by maintaining and executing strong controls and documentation across all assigned areas.
Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Clinical Operations, Legal, Tax advisors, and other teams to ensure alignment on accounting matters and proactively resolve issues.
Drive process improvements and efficiency initiatives across accounting and close processes.
Contribute to special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Sr. Director of Accounting.
Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor’s degree in accounting required; CPA license required; Public accounting experience (Big 4 or similar) required
Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in the biotech or life sciences industry
Solid understanding of US GAAP and SOX/internal control requirements
Track record of producing accurate, high-quality work and identifying errors/issues others may miss
Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle Fusion), advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities
Hands-on, detail-oriented, and able to function with a high level of independence while collaborating across the organization
Compensation and Benefits The salary range for this position is $168,000 to $200,000 annually, with the opportunity to earn an annual bonus. The actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Employees are eligible to participate in Lyell’s Equity Incentive Plan. Lyell offers a broad benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans, FSA, Life and AD&D Insurance, STD and LTD, ESPP, 401(k) with company match, transit benefits, cell phone reimbursement, and additional benefits. Paid time off includes vacation, sick leave, holidays, floating holiday, and summer/winter office shutdowns.
Lyell is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to building an open, diverse, and inclusive culture for all employees.
If you’re interested and think you could fit, please apply.
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Position Senior Manager, Operational Accounting. This is a senior-level individual contributor role within the accounting organization. The position requires an experienced accounting professional who can independently manage various areas of the accounting cycle, apply solid understanding of accounting and technical knowledge, and ensure accuracy and completeness across critical accounting processes. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Accounting, this role partners with cross-functional teams and external service providers while taking full ownership of assigned responsibilities. The ideal candidate combines a hands-on approach with senior-level expertise, consistently delivering work that is complete and auditable. The current scope is that of an independent contributor, with potential to expand to include new areas as the organization grows.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the day-to-day accounting and monthly close activities for assigned areas (e.g., prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accruals, international subsidiaries, and other complex accounts).
Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting workpapers, ensuring they are complete, accurate, and compliant with audit standards.
Oversee end-to-end accounting for international subsidiaries, coordinating with external service providers and internal stakeholders to ensure a complete, accurate, timely close, intercompany transactions and eliminations, consolidation, and support for audits and tax filings.
Assist with coordination and review of year-end tax provisions, R&D tax credit studies, federal and state tax returns.
Lead compliance with statutory requirements, including sales and use, property taxes, business license renewals and various other state and local requirements.
Review vendor contracts and purchase orders to determine appropriate accounting treatment for expense recognition, accruals and prepayments.
Serve as the trusted reviewer and subject-matter expert, identifying issues, catching errors, and ensuring deliverables are high quality, audit-ready, and reliable.
Support external audits, providing PBC schedules and timely, accurate responses to inquiries.
Ensure SOX compliance by maintaining and executing strong controls and documentation across all assigned areas.
Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Clinical Operations, Legal, Tax advisors, and other teams to ensure alignment on accounting matters and proactively resolve issues.
Drive process improvements and efficiency initiatives across accounting and close processes.
Contribute to special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Sr. Director of Accounting.
Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor’s degree in accounting required; CPA license required; Public accounting experience (Big 4 or similar) required
Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in the biotech or life sciences industry
Solid understanding of US GAAP and SOX/internal control requirements
Track record of producing accurate, high-quality work and identifying errors/issues others may miss
Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle Fusion), advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities
Hands-on, detail-oriented, and able to function with a high level of independence while collaborating across the organization
Compensation and Benefits The salary range for this position is $168,000 to $200,000 annually, with the opportunity to earn an annual bonus. The actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Employees are eligible to participate in Lyell’s Equity Incentive Plan. Lyell offers a broad benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans, FSA, Life and AD&D Insurance, STD and LTD, ESPP, 401(k) with company match, transit benefits, cell phone reimbursement, and additional benefits. Paid time off includes vacation, sick leave, holidays, floating holiday, and summer/winter office shutdowns.
Lyell is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to building an open, diverse, and inclusive culture for all employees.
If you’re interested and think you could fit, please apply.
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