Manager, Accounting

When our people share why they joined Rapport and love it here, it comes down to three things: the science, the mission, and the team. At Rapport, we're driven by a passion for developing precision neuromedicines with the potential for fewer side effects, enabling patients and their families to enjoy healthier, more fulfilling lives. And we're doing this with extraordinary science and awesome people (affectionately called Rapptors).

Our innovative scientific platform is centered on Receptor Associate Proteins (RAPs). RAPs are a component of neuronal receptor complexes, which play a crucial role in regulating receptor assembly and function. This precision approach has the potential to revolutionize the development of small molecule therapies. We are excited about the potential of our lead program, RAP-219. Our first indication targets focal epilepsy with additional clinical trials for neuropathic pain and bipolar disorder.

The strength of Rapport comes from our Rapptors - who are united by our mission to improve patients lives. We bring the heart and hustle to advance our science forward, always staying true to our core values. We hope you're as excited about this opportunity as we are!

Your Impact:

The Accounting Manager will play a key role in the Company's accounting and financial operations, reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Finance. This position will oversee the monthly close process by preparing aspects of monthly close tasks, reviewing certain aspects of the close prepared by consultants, and ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting. This individual will also help to provide oversight on the day-to-day purchase-to-pay process operations in partnership with the Accounts Payable team and Senior Finance Manager.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Oversee the month-end close process, including maintaining the close checklist and facilitating timely completion of all related tasks
• Review and approve journal entries and account reconciliations for key areas, including cash, prepaid expenses, and accounts payable
• Assisting in preparation of R&D contract accruals and related analyses as well as certain areas like Fixed Assets, leases, and investments
• Perform analytical reviews and flux analysis to identify and explain significant changes period-over-period
• Support the annual financial statement audit by coordinating with external auditors, preparing audit schedules, and providing necessary documentation
• Execute and maintain internal controls in assigned areas, ensuring adherence to SOX and corporate compliance requirements
• Responsible for collaboration accounting and billing for any executed collaboration agreements
• Help prepare filings for compliance requirements such as (Sales & Use Tax, Delaware Franchise Tax, etc.)
• Assist in the purchase-to-pay process in coordination with AP Lead, including monitoring purchase order and invoicing compliance in Coupa, reviewing weekly payment runs, and ensuring timely vendor payments
• Coordinate continued process improvement initiatives, identifying areas to streamline accounting processes and participate in system enhancements and implementations
• Provide guidance and oversight to accounting/AP staff and consultants to ensure consistent application of policies and procedures

Must-Haves:

• 5-7 years of related work experience with a mix of public and private experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA is preferred
• Excellent accounting and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Desire to help maintain a best-in-class accounting finance team
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and proven experience with understanding and maintaining complex workbooks

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in the Life Science industry
• Experience with NetSuite, Coupa, or similar platforms

What makes Rapport special:

• Every role has meaning. We're determined to discover a better way for patients, and you'll feel the passion from the start.
• We are driven to innovate. Exciting science that pushes boundaries and opens new possibilities.
• Your perspective matters. Stick your neck out, share your ideas - we work as a team.
• We have FUN. We hire smart, dedicated, down-to-earth people that you'll enjoy spending time with.
• Leadership that CARES - about you, your growth + development.
• We're bicoastal. Whether you're in the lab full-time in San Diego or taking advantage of a more hybrid work schedule in Boston - we make the most of our time together.
• Competitive benefits. Including unlimited PTO, a lifestyle spending account, commuting reimbursement, and much more!
• You get to be YOU! Show up as you are and make every day count.

Your Compensation:

We get it. Compensation is an important part of your offer. You shouldn't be surprised at the end of the recruiting process, and you should know that your offer is fair and equitable. How do we do this? We tell you about our hiring range now - we expect the hiring range for this role to be $130,000 to $150,000. Our actual offer will reflect a lot of factors including your relevant skills, experience, location, salary market data, and internal equity. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer a pretty great benefits package. We don't stop here - if you join Rapport, we go to the next level. We share our full salary ranges for every level across our company.

Hybrid Work Environment:

We prioritize in person connection with our fellow Rapptors! Our team members come together onsite at our Boston office on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday to create more opportunities for innovation, collaboration, and connection.

Rapport Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Note to Employment Agencies: Please do not forward any agency resumes. The company will not be responsible for any fees related to resumes that are unsolicited.

CCPA disclosure notice can be found here.