Accounting/AP Manager presso Texas Biomedical Research Institute

Description

The Accounting/AP Manager is responsible to manage, supervise, and support accounting general ledger (GL), financial reporting, and accounts payable (AP) functions. Reports directly to and works under the administrative direction of the Controller.

The Role:

· Manager, supervise, and lead the day to day activities of assigned employees to include panning work schedules, assigning tasks, coordinating workload, and providing priorities.

· Develop, initiate and lead work projects for the development and implementation of process improvements, and policies and procedures that promote Texas Biomed’s core values and align with strategic goals.

· Provide guidance and make recommendations concerning talent acquisition and retention, employee relations and employment terminations, performance management (promotions, demotions, reviews, salary adjustments) for relevant teams.

· Prepare journal entries for review and approval; analyze accounts to ensure proper recording to various modules for grants and GL.

· Manage the month-end and year-end closing procedures and planning.

· Maintain and reconcile journals, various ledgers and accounts, and examine all transactions for accuracy and appropriateness.

· Manage multiple priorities and projects in an efficient and professional manner.

· Manage routine accounting and GL functions to include account analysis and reconciliations.

· Manage the financial requirements of federal grants including drawdowns and financial reporting.

· Manage and oversee the AP function to ensure accurate and timely vendor payments; prepare and submit weekly vendor payments/check runs.

· Prepare and submit the annual IRS 1099 Forms.

· Prepare labor distribution for the Institute.

· Assist in managing the Uniform Guidance audit and assist with the financial audit and tax return.

· Assist in managing the indirect cost rate proposal.

· Assist leaders in identifying opportunities to streamline, improve, and/or automate business processes while actively implementing changes as needed.

· Support personal and career development opportunities and advancement.

Our Ideal Candidate:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or closely related field from an accredited college/university required.

· Five (5) years of job specific experience required. Fiscal/accounting management and three (3) years of supervisory experience preferred.

· Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred. Texas Operators Driver’s License with good driving record required.

Who We Are:

 Join our incredible mission to pave the way for a world free from the fear of infectious disease! Texas Biomedical Research Institute is pioneering and sharing scientific research to protect you, your families, and our global community from the threat of infectious diseases. Our scientific discoveries create breakthroughs in medical research to provide better overall global health. 

Texas Biomed is the only independent, nonprofit infectious disease research institute in the U.S. to combine:

·The highest-level biocontainment labs for infectious disease and biodefense research

·A federally designated National Primate Research Center

·More than 80 years of discoveries advancing diagnostics, vaccines and therapies

·An entrepreneurial culture and specialized expertise in regulated science required for FDA approval

What We Can Offer You:

·Recognized as one of the San Antonio Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in 2025.

·Awarded the 2024 Healthy Workplace Platinum Recognition by the San Antonio Business Group on Health(SABGH).

·Employee-centered culture with an emphasis on open communication, job empowerment and trust

·Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for your family (and even your pets

·An incomparable employer funded retirement plan with 7% retirement funding starting day 1 (and increases upon years of service)!

·Generous paid time off, with 14 paid holidays including Winter Recess (paid week off the last week of December)

·On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives & paid prescription drug resources to promote health management!

·On-site gym & wellness programs!

·Flexible work arrangements for work-life balance!

·We offer a relaxed dress code so you can feel comfortable and be yourself at work.

·Dynamic learning environment with opportunities for professional development, mentorship, continuing education (tuition reimbursement) and leadership programs to help you thrive both personally and professionally. 

We take pride in fostering a culture of respect, opportunity, and unity. Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status