Staff Accountant

Ardelyx, Inc. • Newark, CA • 2h ago

Position Summary:

For this Staff Accountant role, we are seeking an individual candidate who will contribute to the general ledger accounting functions/processes, including accruals for outside service providers, cash and investments, fixed assets, various prepaids and other account reconciliations. The individual will also contribute to various month-end and quarter-end internal reporting tasks, as well as assist with external auditor requests. They will be responsible for complying with all internal controls they are responsible for, including but not limited to gathering evidence support related to IT general controls, specifically as the relate to financial reporting. The Staff Accountant will work closely with the Senior Accountant and Senior Accounting Manager and will assist in identifying and establishing processes or process improvements as the company continues to grow and evolve.

Responsibilities:

Prepare accurate journal entries and timely general-ledger account reconciliations for various account @types (including cash and investments, prepaids, other assets, and liabilities); responsibilities may evolve as the company grows

Review and post month-end close accounting transactions with precision and efficiency

Participate in the performance monthly close process and preparation of monthly financial reporting and rollforward packages for management review

Perform balance sheet and PandL account analyses, reviews, reconciliations and resolutions of variances

Consistently maintain robust internal controls and uphold company policies and procedures

Collaborate with non-finance internal departments to determine the financial impact of major contracts and project statuses, supporting the accrual process

Collaborate effectively with external auditors during interim and year-end audits by delivering timely, accurate data and communication

Contribute to the external financial-reporting process, including quarterly and annual filings (Forms 10-Q and 10-K), and other required SEC disclosures

Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for SEC filings in a structured and audit-ready manner

Assist with control updates, including identifying gaps and aiding in process redesign to strengthen the control environment

Perform ad-hoc accounting analyses, schedules and reconciliations as requested by management or other stakeholders

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in accounting or related discipline (CPA or equivalent is a plus) with 1 - 4 years of related accounting and finance experience or equivalent experience

Experience preparing financial statements

Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite is a plus)

Demonstrated strong Excel and analytical skills

Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal controls

Strong attention to detail with exceptional organization and problem-solving abilities

Demonstrated strong learning agility and excels in fast-moving environments

Ability to embrace innovation and change, continuously exploring new ideas and proactively shaping process improvements

Cultivate collaborative relationships across departments, establishing rapport quickly and maintaining professional stability

Demonstrate exceptional communication skills, effectively articulating complex ideas to diverse audiences

Thrive in team environments while respectfully voicing alternative viewpoints and contributing constructively to group decision-making

Operate independently with minimal oversight, consistently adapting to evolving priorities and embracing progressive change

Ardelyx is an equal opportunity employer.

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