Staff Accountant at Superluminal Medicines, Inc.

Boston, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounts Payable, Month-End Close, Journal Entries, Reconciliations, Fixed Assets, Depreciation Schedules, Expense Reports, Corporate Cards, Audit Preparation, GAAP, Accounting Processes, ERP Systems

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

About Superluminal Medicines: Superluminal Medicines is a generative biology and chemistry company revolutionizing the speed and accuracy of how small molecule medicines are created. The Company’s platform aims to create candidate-ready compounds with unprecedented speed using a combination of deep biology, computational and medicinal chemistry, machine learning, and proprietary big data infrastructure. We are expanding the team of talented scientists who seek to build the future of small molecule drug discovery with creativity and innovation. About the Role: This is a newly created role designed to strengthen and support core accounting functions within a small, fast-growing team. This role offers the opportunity to help shape processes and build best practices as the company continues to scale. Reporting to the Accounting Manager this role will own the Accounts Payable function while gaining exposure to the full accounting cycle. Key Responsibilities: Manage the full end-to-end Accounts Payable process Partner with teams to make sure invoices align with contracts, approvals, and budgets Manage vendor onboarding, W-9s, and payment setup Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies Support month-end close, including journal entries and reconciliations Prepare and post journal entries related to R&D expenses, accruals and prepaids Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules Support expense reports and corporate cards Assist with audit and audit preparation Contribute to building and improving accounting processes and controls Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance 2–4 years of accounting experience Working knowledge of GAAP and financial close processes Comfortable working in a small, fast-moving startup environment Organized, detail-oriented, excited to grow into broader accounting responsibilities Experience with Accounting or ERP systems Experience in a startup, biotech or life sciences a plus, but not required Equal Opportunity Statement: Superluminal Medicines is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status.

Responsibilities

This role is responsible for managing the full end-to-end Accounts Payable process, including vendor onboarding, payment setup, and resolving discrepancies. Additionally, the accountant will support the month-end close by preparing journal entries, maintaining fixed asset schedules, and assisting with audits.