Senior Accountant, General Ledger

Company Overview
ImmunityBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBRX) is a commercial-stage biotechnology company developing cell and immunotherapy products that are designed to help strengthen each patient's natural immune system, potentially enabling it to outsmart the disease and eliminate cancerous or infected cells. We envision a day when we no longer fear cancer, but can conquer it, thanks to the biological wonder that is the human immune system. Our scientists are working to develop novel therapies that harness that inherent power by amplifying both branches of the immune system, attacking cancerous or infected cells today while building immunological memory for tomorrow. The goal: to reprogram the patient's immune system and treat the host rather than just the disease.

Why ImmunityBio?
* ImmunityBio is developing cutting-edge technology with the goal to transform the lives of patients with cancer and develop next-generation therapies and vaccines that complement, harness and amplify the immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases.
* Opportunity to join a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company with headquarters in Southern California.
* Work with a collaborative team with the ability to work across different areas of the company.
* Ability to join a growing company with professional development opportunities.

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant will have a broad scope of responsibilities including, but not limited to, the following: month-end, quarter end, and year-end close, foreign currency revaluation/translation, accounting of clinical trial related contracts/studies, license fees, and related party transactions.

The role also entails managing the full monthend close process related to clinical trials, coordinating journal entry preparation, variance analysis, and intercompany reconciliations, and delivering timely commentary on material fluctuations to senior leadership and ensuring that transactions reflects accurate recognition in accordance with U.S. GAAP and applicable IFRS standards where relevant.

A pivotal function includes mentoring a team of junior accountants, providing technical guidance on complex accounting issues, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement through targeted training initiatives. Additionally, the Senior Accountant will act as the primary liaison with external auditors, orchestrating audit schedules, responding to audit inquiries, and facilitating the resolution of any identified control deficiencies. The role will participate in cross collaboration with clinical operations, financial reporting, and financial planning and analysis teams, and be involved in other areas of accounts and will be expected to participate on new and ongoing accounting projects.

Essential Functions

• Prepare as well as review of monthly journal entries/reconciliations relating to clinical trial accounts, leases, accounts payable and receivables, accrued expense including clinical trial accounting, prepaid expenses and license fees, and other areas as assigned.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements disclosures for both internal and external presentation, related to clinical trials.

• Remain current with GAAP standards and assist in the assessment and implementation of significant new accounting guidance and policies across the organization. Possess knowledge of US GAAP (ASC 606)

• Analyze balance sheet and income statement variances.
• Perform ad hoc projects as determined by senior management (i.e., ERP,Veeva upgrades/implementations)
• Ensure SOX compliance across accounting functions as part of the day-to-day operational accounting responsibilities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and ensures consistency of policies/procedures across the company (with deviations as appropriate).
• Contribute to process improvements in company activities to enhance accounting/finance operational efficiency.
• Support enhancements to financial processes aiming for increased efficiency and scalability.
• Manage the internal and external audit requests providing necessary documentation and support.
• Support internal controls to safeguard the company's assets and prevent fraud.
• Create, edit and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and process improvements as needed.
• Perform ad-hoc and cross-functional duties and/or projects as assigned to support business needs and provide developmental opportunities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required
• 5+ years of related accounting experience with progressively greater responsibilities required.
• In-depth understanding and application of GAAP required
• Experience with financial data analysis and preparation of financial reports required
• Experience with Clinical Trial accounting and analysis is a plus
• Public companies experience is a plus.
• Public accounting audit experience is a plus.
• Experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry is a plus.
• CRO accounting a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong analytical skills
• Possess superior organizational and documentation skills, attention to detail, strong teamwork skills and the ability to work effectively with internal and external professionals at all levels.
• Must be able to communicate with confidence and tact across all levels within the company.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to foster a team-oriented environment, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects with competing priorities and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong, consistent work ethic with a keen attention to details and ability to focus on the big picture.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint knowledge.

• Systems knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics D365 is preferred.\ Skilled hands-on, self-motivated technical accountant
• Strong variance analysis, forecasting, and costallocation skills; comfortable presenting findings to senior leadership and external sponsors. Strong knowledge of finance processes, systems, and internal controls
• Ability to create and deliver financial reports and presentations to internal stakeholders.

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• This position works on-site or hybrid (combination of on-site and remote) depending on the individual's geographic location.
• Regular work schedule is Monday - Friday, within standard business hours. Flexibility is available with manager approval.
• Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. The annual base pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$115,500 (entry-level qualifications) to $127,000 (highly experienced) annually

The application window is anticipated to close on 60 days from when it is posted or sooner if the position is filled or closed.

ImmunityBio employees are as valuable as the people we serve. We have built a resource of robust benefit offerings to best support the total wellbeing of our team members and their families. Our competitive total rewards benefits package, for eligible employees, include: Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options * Health and Financial Wellness Programs * Employer Assistance Program (EAP) * Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability * Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts * 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match * 529 Education Savings Program * Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks * Paid Time Off (PTO) includes: 11 Holidays * Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO * Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day * We are committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to optimize your Health and Wellness.

At ImmunityBio, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.