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Job Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Entry-Level Staff Accountant/Operations/Administrative professional to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of accounting and operational tasks that are crucial to our day-to-day functions. You will work directly with the Controller, assisting with payroll, tracking invoices, bookkeeping, and ensuring the smooth operation of our accounting processes. Additionally, you will play a key role in solving problems that arise in a small company setting, including handling human resource issues and IT challenges.  It is important that the candidate has flexibility and a willingness to take on non-accounting tasks as necessary.  This is an onsite position, not remote.

Key Responsibilities:

• Payroll Management: Work with payroll processing company, ensuring timely and accurate payment to employees.
• Invoice Tracking: Track and manage invoices, ensuring all financial transactions are recorded and reconciled accurately.
• Bookkeeping: Maintain and update financial records, including general ledger entries, expense reports, and other financial documents.
• Accounts Payable: Assist in managing accounts payable, ensuring timely payments.
• Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing financial reports, statements, and budgets as required by management.
• Operational Support: Work closely with the operations team to address and resolve issues related to human resources, IT, and other operational challenges.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant regulations in all financial and operational tasks.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with various departments to ensure smooth and efficient operations across the company.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the development of best practices in accounting and operations.

Qualifications:

• Education or experience in the field of accounting.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to challenges.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) is a plus.
• Experience or interest in human resources and IT support is a bonus.
• Appetite to take on and solve a wide range of tasks including the mundane.

What We Offer:

• An inspiring mission to change healthcare for premature infants.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Exposure to various aspects of business operations in a startup environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The chance to be a part of a company making a difference in the biotechnology field.

How to Apply: If you are eager to jumpstart your career in accounting while gaining experience in various aspects of operations within a biotechnology startup, we encourage you to apply! Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in this position to Jason Troxell, Controller, [email protected].

Vitara is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.