Commercial Operations Accounting (Consultant)

About BridgeBio

BridgeBio is a biopharmaceutical company founded to discover, create, test, and deliver transformative medicines to treat patients who suffer from genetic diseases and cancers with clear genetic drivers. We bridge the gap between remarkable advancements in genetic science in academic institutions and the delivery of meaningful medicines to patients. Founded in 2015, the company has built a portfolio of 20+ drug development programs ranging from preclinical to late-stage development in multiple therapeutic areas including genetic dermatology, precision oncology, cardiology, endocrinology, neurology, pulmonology, and renal disease, with two approved drugs.

Our focus on scientific excellence and rapid execution aim to translate today’s discoveries into tomorrow’s medicines. We have U.S. offices in San Francisco, Palo Alto, and Raleigh, with small satellites in other parts of the country. We also have international offices in Montreal, Canada, and Zurich, Switzerland, and are expanding across Europe.

To learn more about our story and company culture, visit us at https://bridgebio.com

Who You Are

We seek a detail-oriented and highly motivated Accounting Specialist to support our Commercial Operations team. This role will primarily manage and review gross-to-net accruals, accounts receivable, and commercial and medical affairs accruals. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards. This position will report directly to the Sr. Director, Revenue, who reports to the Chief Accounting Officer.

Responsibilities

1. Commercial and Medical Affairs Accruals
• Work with Commercial and Medical Affairs teams to gather inputs for monthly accruals.
• Ensure accruals are recorded accurately and in compliance with company policies and GAAP
• Review supporting documentation and maintain schedules for audits
2. Financial Close Process
• Support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes by preparing journal entries and reconciliations related to revenue and accruals
• Assist in preparing financial reports and variance analyses for senior management
3. Audit and Compliance
• Provide necessary documentation and support for internal and external revenue and commercial operations audits
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and SOX compliance requirements
4. Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Commercial, Finance, Legal, and Medical Affairs teams to improve processes and ensure accurate financial reporting
• Participate in ad hoc projects to support the growth and development of the company’s accounting operations

No matter your role at BridgeBio, successful team members are:

• Patient Champions, who put patients first and uphold strict ethical standards
• Entrepreneurial Operators, who drive toward practical solutions and have an ownership mindset
• Truth Seekers, who are detailed, rational, and humble problem solvers
• Individuals Who Inspire Excellence in themselves and those around them
• High-quality executors, who execute against goals and milestones with quality, precision, and speed

Education, Experience & Skills Requirements

• BS degree in Accounting/Finance and 5+ years of relevant accounting experience, including +3 years of Big 4 public accounting experience and revenue accounting experience at a publicly traded pharma company
• CPA license preferred
  • Excellent computer skills, including advanced MS Excel (e.g., Pivot Tables, v-lookups, data merges, filters, and if statements) and MS Word experience
• Knowledge of SAP is preferred
• Understanding of US GAAP
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to prepare and support effective presentations of financial results and/or analytical findings
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, working with pivot tables, v-lookups, and other functions
• Self-motivated and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential
• A high level of personal integrity is consistent with BridgeBio’s values

What We Offer

• Patient Days, where we are fortunate to hear directly from individuals living with the conditions we are seeking to impact throughout the year and learn how we can improve our efforts
• A culture inspired by our values: put patients first, think independently, be radically transparent, every minute counts, and let the science speak
• An unyielding commitment to always putting patients first. Learn more about how we do this here
• A de-centralized model that enables our program teams to focus on advancing science and helping patients. Our affiliate structure is designed to eliminate bureaucracy and put decision-making power in the hands of those closest to the science
• A place where you own the vision – both for your program and your own career path
• A collaborative, fast-paced, data-driven environment where we inspire ourselves and each other to always perform at the top of our game
• Access to learning and development resources to help you get in the best professional shape of your life
• Robust and market-competitive compensation & benefits package (Base, Performance Bonus, Equity, health, welfare & retirement programs)
• Flexible PTO
• Rapid career advancement for strong performers
• Potential ability to work on multiple BridgeBio Pharma programs across multiple therapeutic areas over time 
• Partnerships with leading institutions
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion