Accountant/Sr Accountant

Location: Boston, MA- Hybrid

Who we are looking for:

Vor Bio is seeking a motivated Accountant or Senior Accountant to join a growing and dynamic team. As a key member of the Finance team, the Accountant/Senior Accountant will primarily be responsible for the finance department's day-to-day operations, including preparing journal entries, monthly close documentation, payroll administration, controls implementation, and ad hoc finance tasks. This position requires an organized and highly motivated team player with strong initiative and communication skills. We are seeking an experienced candidate with an understanding of the full cycle monthly close and accounts payable process. This is a hybrid role, working in the Boston office 2-3 days per week.

Key areas of responsibility:

· Key preparer of monthly journal entries, reconciliation schedules, and close documentation

· Responsible for most aspects of the financial reporting processes

· Timely completion of balance sheet reconciliations and analyses related, but not limited to, the Company’s cash, credit cards, accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and investment accounts, as well as oversight of the accounts payable

· Support weekly payment run and banking assistance (wires and foreign currency purchases)

· Assist with financial, tax, and controls audits and reviews

· Operate in accordance with a strong internal control environment, and identify areas where you can make improvements to the control environment

· Work with the team on establishing appropriate processes leading to SOX compliance processes

· Other ad hoc reporting tasks as needed (including assisting in the preparation of Forms 10-K and 10-Q)

Skills and requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting or similar field preferred, Accountant 1-3 years of experience and the Senior Accountant 2-4 years of experience, preferably in the life science and/or healthcare industry

· Knowledge of US GAAP and relevant accounting and financial concepts are required

· Strong organizational skills, aptitude for problem-solving, and an ability to provide professional customer service to internal and external customers

· Must be able to manage workload and prioritize as necessary to meet deadlines while exhibiting strong attention to detail

· Ability to interact with co-workers and various levels of management as needed

· Excellent computer skills, including the Microsoft Office Suite with explicit proficiency in Excel

· Experience with Oracle Fusion preferred

· Experience with Prendio procurement system preferred

· Big 4 public accounting experience preferred

· CPA license or similar preferred, but not required

· Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment

The salary range for the Accountant is expected to be between $90,000 and $105,000 per year. Individual pay may vary based on multiple factors including but not limited to relevant job-related skills, experience, education or training, market factors, and work location.

The salary range for the Senior Accountant is expected to be between $110,000 and $135,000 per year. Individual pay may vary based on multiple factors including but not limited to relevant job-related skills, experience, education or training, market factors, and work location.