<p>At Vericel Corporation, we are pioneers in advanced cell therapies for sports medicine and severe burn care, transforming patient lives through cutting-edge regenerative medicine. Our commitment to innovation, patient-centered focus, and scientific excellence drives us to develop groundbreaking treatments including MACI (knee cartilage repair), Epicel and Nexobrid (burn care).</p> <p>Position Summary:</p> <p>You will be responsible for leading the month end close process and drive accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP. In this highly visible role, you will work cross-functionally with leaders across the company to ensure the close is completed timely and support the business by providing accounting guidance on various initiatives. You will resolve accounting issues, streamline process, enhance accounting systems and develop, implement controls enabling them to scale.</p> <p>Position Scope:</p> <ul> <li>Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of the month end close. </li><li>Review journal entries and account reconciliations. </li><li>Oversee the accounts payable team. </li><li>Regular review and analysis of balance sheet and income statement accounts. </li><li>Drive the timely completion of the annual audit. Act as a primary point of contact throughout the audit process for external/internal auditors and consultants </li><li>Oversight of the accounts payable team, providing support and leadership. </li><li>Oversee the Company's T&E Policy </li><li>Manage the Company's credit card program </li><li>Develop, document and maintain accounting policies, including updating or developing new policies to ensure consistency and compliance with GAAP and other reporting requirements. </li><li>Provide ongoing training of Company's accounting policies. </li><li>Recommend and assist in the implementation of process improvements including automation within the ERP and other tools where possible, to simplify, standardize and streamline processes. </li><li>Develop staff by managing performance, setting goals, providing ongoing training, and maintaining strong employee relationships. </li><li>Ad hoc projects as needed </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li> <p>6+ years of accounting experience:</p> </li><li> <p>2+ years in a public company within Life sciences/Biotech/MedTech/Tech/or Manufacturing industry.</p> </li><li> <p>1-3+ years of experience in Big 4 or large regional accounting firm is preferred.</p> </li><li> <p>2+ years of leadership experience.</p> </li><li> <p>Bachelors and CPA required.</p> </li><li> <p>Master's degree in accounting is preferred.</p> </li><li> <p>Expertise and experience in U.S. GAAP and SOX.</p> </li><li> <p>Strong strategic mindset with the ability to manage multiple deliverables and projects.</p> </li><li> <p>Detail-oriented with hands-on approach.</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Suite.</p> </li></ul> <p>Why Vericel?</p> <ul> <li>Cutting-Edge Science: Work with a leading regenerative medicine product that is transforming patient care. </li><li>Career Growth: Be a part of a growing organization with opportunities to expand your impact. </li><li>Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about improving lives. </li></ul> <p>EEO Statement</p> <p>All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status and will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Vericel Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.</p> <p>Vericel Corporation is VEVRAA federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans for job openings at all locations within the state.</p>