Assistant Manager, Accounting bei Matica Biotechnology

Matica Biotechnology is at the forefront of biopharmaceutical research and development. The Matica Bio team brings an average of 15 years of cell and viral vector manufacturing experience to the development and manufacture of advanced therapy products. At our purpose-built GMP facility in College Station, Texas, we provide rapid development and scale-up of cell and gene therapies, vaccines, and Oncolytics meeting worldwide regulatory compliance.

The true value of a CDMO is determined by the quality of its people. Matica Bio consists of a dedicated team of experts. We’re a cell and gene therapy CDMO powered by people, and our people provide real benefits to the quality, safety and speed of the cell and gene therapy development pathway. Our inventive thinking and foresight help us strategize the best path to take therapies from the lab to the market. Come join our dedicated team and Make it Happen With Matica Bio!

Position Opportunity:

The Assistant Manager, Accounting is a hands-on and strategic accounting professional with proven problem solving, analytical, and communication skills. This role will perform full cycle month-end closing processes and financial reporting. The Assistant Manager will perform analyses and suggest and drive the establishment of more efficient accounting and Finance procedures. This position requires excellent high level analytical skills, knowledge of accounting principles, regulations, and standards as well as computer skills needed to analyze and confirm accuracy for accounts, transactions, and financial reports. The Assistant Manager will also have experience collaborating with cross functional Senior Leadership, management, and personnel to analyze, assess and improve existing targeted processes and drive new processes. At a manger level, this role will be expected to perform complex and advanced financial accounting, analysis, and reporting activities. This position requires a candidate that is bi-lingual in Korean and English in both written and spoken formats.

How you will make an impact:

• Manage full-cycle accounting and financial close processes in accordance with US GAAP.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings, including journal entry reviews, cost recognition, and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and analyze consolidated financial statements and create ad-hoc management reports.
• Conduct budget vs. actual analysis, provide insights on variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain cash flow planning, analysis, and project budgets.
• Coordinate and support annual tax filings and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with SOX internal control policies and implement new accounting standards and regulations.
• Apply Cost-to-Cost (POC) accounting and other advanced accounting methodologies as needed.
• Generate management reporting packages, identify financial trends, and highlight areas requiring further review.
• Drive initiatives for cost reduction, cash flow optimization, and CAPEX/budget management.
• Partner with other departments to provide financial guidance for strategic decision-making.
• Provide clear and concise feedback on variances in financial statements, CAPEX, and cash flow performance.
• Actively participate in the implementation and ongoing maintenance of ERP systems, including process mapping and system integration.
• Establish project timelines and milestones, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure successful ERP implementation.

As a future Matican you bring:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• 5+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience.
• 5+ years of manufacturing industry experience.
• Project-based accounting experience preferred.
• Proven experience in financial statement preparation and variance analysis.

Licenses or Certifications

• CPA a plus, not required

Skills

General Accounting Knowledge:

• Accounting, 
• Tax exposure
• Good understanding of US GAAP
• Internal Controls and Audit properties

Additional Knowledge:

• Auditing/Editing/Proofreading Skills
• Excel
• Word
• PowerPoint
• INFOR a plus
• Ability to communicate bilingually in Korean, both orally and in written format 

Qualities & Attitude

• Collaborative and strong ability to work well within a team. 
• Energetic and proactive 
• Reliable, committed to excellence. 
• Excellent ability to analyze and troubleshoot
• Willing to learn and ask questions 

Competencies we look for:

Commitment to Excellence, Problem Solving/Decision Making/Analytical Thinking, Communication Skills, Teamwork/Cooperation/Supportiveness, Flexibility/Adaptability, Initiative/Taking Ownership, Focus on Safety, Ethical/Trustworthiness, Work Ethic/Reliability, Thoroughness, Customer Service

We Value:

Matica’s Values are at the forefront of everything we do, our culture, and the decisions we make. 

•  Start with Safety & Quality 
• Choose the Path of Openness, Honesty, and Integrity
• Nurture Our Differences to Enable Our Collective Success
• Learn Continuously to Ensure Our Value and Relevance
• Commit to Delivering Life Altering Therapies