HeartBeam, Inc. is developing a personal, portable, and easy-to-use system for cardiac monitoring. For more information about us, please visit www.heartbeam.com.

We are looking for a driven Senior Accountant to join our team.  The Senior Accountant will play a key role in the monthly close and the SEC reporting process within the accounting department. The candidate will join a highly visible team and have regular interactions with other team members, vendors worldwide, auditors and regulators and external administrators.  

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated individual with strong interpersonal and communication skills who thrives in a dynamic team environment. This candidate will have the opportunity to grow their leadership skills and make an impact within the company.  The position will report to the Corporate Controller and will be required to reside within a commutable distance of our South Bay office. HeartBeam, Inc. follows a hybrid work model.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Reviewing AP invoices for proper coding to ensure accuracy of GL entries during AP close.  Coordinating approvals of invoices by respective departments, coordinating the Controller’s review of the AP schedule, and scheduling AP payments.
• Setting up new vendors using vendor forms and issuing purchase orders (after review), as applicable.
• Maintaining the general ledger of the company.
• Preparing journal entries and reconciliations for investments, fixed assets, prepaids, payroll, and various accruals.
• Assisting with clinical accruals during the monthly close process.
• Completing balance sheet reconciliations to close the books in a timely manner.
• Ensuring timely and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing in accordance with US GAAP.
• Ensuring accuracy of financial transactions and ensuring processes align with company accounting policies and procedures.
• Assisting with SOX 404(a) testing of controls related to assigned areas and SEC reporting, as needed.
• Assisting with Quarterly and Annual external audits by analyzing general ledger accounts and providing information to the auditors.
• Directing the preparation of schedules for the external audit related to their areas of responsibility.
• Organizing the preparation of the annual 1099 forms for the vendors as well as other areas of tax compliance.
• Supporting the Controller with SEC reporting including preparation of support schedules and updating Wdesk SEC filing platform.
• Compiling detailed expense and cash flow forecasts for the consolidated budget on a quarterly basis.
• Assisting with Transfer Agent system and maintaining common stock outstanding shares and tie out to filings. This includes supporting the Controller in maintaining the equity plan software system for accounting purposes (including the filing of Forms 3 and 4 for directors and officers) as well as its optionee features including tie ins to payroll and broker support.
• Assisting in the preparation of financial reports such as financial statements; 10K and 10Q F-section including help in the footnotes as well.
• Performing special projects and ad hoc requests within the Accounting team, including policy and procedure documentation and data analysis to inform the business.

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Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance required.
• CPA license required.
• Public accounting firm experience (Big 4 highly desirable).
• 5+ years of experience (including 2+ years of public accounting experience).
• Experience in the life sciences, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical industry highly desired.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with SEC Regulations and SOX compliance.
• Familiarity with ASC 606 Revenue recognition and AR management processes.
• Experience with NetSuite preferred.
• Computer literacy is required, with the ability to navigate computer systems with little or no assistance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook software specifically with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent ability to multi-task and meet deadlines despite distractions and changing priorities.
• Must possess a prominent level of attention to detail and aptitude for planning and time management.
• Excellent interpersonal communication (oral and written).
• Strong ability to effectively work and communicate with all levels.
• Must be customer-service oriented and have a positive outlook.
• Must be a team player who supports the organization by fostering learning, open communication, and collaboration.  
• Must have the ability to self-motivate, function independently and be driven towards superior effort and performance.

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HeartBeam, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants should be legally entitled to work for any employer in the US. Title and salary are commensurate with experience. Our compensation program includes competitive salary, equity participation and attractive bonus incentives.