Staff Accountant, Tax and Operations

SystImmune is a leading and well-funded clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company located in Bothell, WA and Princeton, NJ. It specializes in developing innovative cancer treatments using its established drug development platforms, focusing on bi-specific, multi-specific antibodies, and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). SystImmune has multiple assets in various stages of clinical trials for solid tumor and hematologic indications. Alongside ongoing clinical trials. SystImmune has a robust preclinical pipeline of potential cancer therapeutics in the discover and IND-enabling stages, representing cutting-edge biologics development. We offer an opportunity for you to learn and grow while making significant contributions to the company's success.

The Staff Accountant, Tax and Financial Operations supports the Finance team across three areas: tax compliance, financial reporting, and operational accounting. This is a cross-functional role. You will work with Tax, Accounting, Payroll, Accounts Payable, and other departments to keep tax filings, the monthly close, and intercompany cost allocations accurate and on schedule. The right candidate has a solid technical foundation in accounting or tax, handles competing deadlines well, and is comfortable working outside a single specialty.

This is a full-time onsite position in Bothell, WA.

Responsibilities
Tax Compliance and Reporting
- Assist in preparing federal and state income tax provision workpapers, transfer pricing analysis and documentation.
- Prepare and file sales and use tax returns and refunds, personal property tax returns, Forms 1099, and other tax and business filings.
- Support general VAT analysis and workpaper preparation
- Conduct tax research and document conclusions for management review.
- Prepare and provide Tax PBC (prepared-by-client) schedules and supporting workpapers to external tax firms.
- Coordinate with external tax advisors, auditors, and regulatory agencies on tax matters, including audit requests, responses and corporate tax filings.
- Prepare intercompany cost-sharing calculations and supporting workpapers, including FTE-based allocations, updates to cost-sharing percentages, and reconciliation of shared expenses.
Financial Reporting and Accounting
- Record day-to-day financial transactions, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and proper account classification.
- Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Support financial audits by preparing schedules and supporting documentation.
- Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP [or IFRS, if applicable] and internal control requirements.

- Help implement new accounting and tax policies, standards, and guidelines.
Operations and Cross-Functional Support
- Partner with Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Accounting on payroll tax, vendor, and transaction matters that affect tax or financial reporting.
- Maintain close calendars and track tax, reporting, and operational deadlines, and meet all processing and reporting deadlines.
- Document recurring processes and procedures, and recommend improvements to them.
- Participate in company-wide process improvement initiatives.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- At least 2 years of combined experience in business tax and accounting, including at least 2 years in public accounting.
- Working knowledge of federal tax principles and state tax compliance.
- Understanding of GAAP and the ability to read, analyze, and prepare financial statements.
- Eligible to sit for the CPA exam, or CPA certification in progress.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Experience with tax research platforms such as Bloomberg Tax.
Preferred
- Experience with NetSuite ERP and QuickBooks.
- Experience with transfer pricing, VAT, or intercompany cost-sharing.
- Experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or another regulated industry.

Core Competencies

- Attention to detail and accuracy, especially under tight deadlines.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities across departments.
- Clear written and verbal communication, including explaining technical topics to non-specialists.
- Collaborative approach and strong interpersonal skills.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn new areas beyond core tax work.

Compensation and Benefits:
The expected base salary range for this position is $65,000 - $78,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s level qualifications, experience, and skills.
While most offers typically fall within the low to mid-point of the range, we may extend an offer toward the higher end for exceptional candidates whose background and expertise exceeds the requirements of the role.
 
SystImmune is a leading and well-funded biotech company with a bright future. We offer an opportunity for you to learn and grow while making significant contributions to the company’s success. SystImmune offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 100% paid employee premiums for medical/dental/vision, also STD, LTD, a 401(k) plan with a 50% company match of up to 3% and a vesting schedule of only 5 years, 15 PTO days per year, sick leave, plus 11 paid holidays and MORE.
 
We offer an opportunity for you to learn and grow while making significant contributions to the company’s success.
 
SystImmune is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome diverse talent and encourage all qualified applicants to apply.