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About Aura:

Aura Biosciences is a clinical stage oncology company. We are developing a novel technology platform based on virus-like drug conjugates (VDCs) to target and destroy cancer cells selectively, while activating the immune system to create long lasting anti-tumor immunity.

We have a goal of developing this technology in multiple cancer indications, focusing initially on two therapeutic areas – ocular oncology and bladder cancer – with a goal to expand into other areas of solid tumor oncology. Initially we have focused our clinical development in the medical field of ocular oncology, a group of rare diseases that have no drugs approved. We are in Phase 3 with our lead VDC AU-011 in choroidal melanoma.  We are also in development in non-muscle invasive and muscle invasive bladder cancer, currently in a Phase 1 trial. 

We have commenced a global Phase 3 program investigating the delivery of AU-011 for the treatment of small choroidal melanoma and indeterminate lesions.  AU-011 has to date demonstrated an excellent efficacy and safety profile in Phase 2 for choroidal melanoma, and enrolment is ongoing in the pivotal Phase 3 trial.

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for all areas relating to financial reporting. This position will be responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation and the support of budget and forecast activities. The Sr. Accountant will have contact with senior-level staff which requires strong interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure.
• Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close in accordance with US GAAP.
• Prepare monthly schedules for the close, book journal entries, contact vendors for estimates and ensure that all monthly transactions are reported accurately, and that record keeping is maintained.
• Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly financial information.
• Review of the Accounts Payable and Payroll transactions.
• Support budget and forecasting activities. For example, input actuals into forecast following monthly close.
• Collaborate with the other teams in ensuring accurate reporting of financials.
• Work with the Senior Accounting Manager to ensure support for Audit and Quarterly reviews is accurate, maintaining schedules, reconciliations, and support throughout the year. Each month, updating amortizations and backup relating to schedules.
• Respond quickly to auditor requests for information.
• Support the Senior Accounting Manager with special projects and workflow process improvements including the implementation of various systems.
• Assessing internal controls, including risk assessments and control rationalization.

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS in Business with an emphasis in Accounting, CPA preferred.
• 4-6 years industry experience. Bio-tech industry preferred.
• Experience with NetSuite, Prendio, Concur, and Equity Edge preferred.