Sr. Accounting Manager, R&D

Job Description Job Description Salary: Structure Therapeutics develops life‐changing medicines for patients using advanced structure‐based and computational drug discovery technology.

The company’s platform combines the latest advancements in visualization of molecular interactions, computational chemistry, and data integration to design orally available, superior small molecule medicines that overcome current limitations of biologic and peptide drugs. We are advancing a clinical‐stage pipeline of differentiated treatments focused on chronic diseases with high unmet need, including cardiovascular, metabolic, and pulmonary conditions. Structure Therapeutics is led by an experienced group of international drug innovators and financed by top-tier global life sciences investors.

The company has completed an initial public offering (IPO) in February of 2023. With offices in California and Shanghai, Structure Therapeutics has the benefit of being at the center of life science innovation in both the US and China and capitalizing on the strengths of each geographic location. Position Summary The Sr.

Accounting Manager, G&A is an integral part of a growing accounting team and oversees the R&D-related accounting close process primarily focused on Research and Development accruals with the Research and Development Teams in Shanghai and the United States and will report to Director of Accounting. This position will partner extensively with the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team to ensure a thorough understanding of various R&D programs, in-licensing milestone achievements and lead the accurate and timely completion of the R&D-related accounting close. A successful candidate enjoys working in a fast-paced and rapidly growing environment, is result-oriented, analytical, has strong attention to detail, and is highly motivated to deliver excellence in their work. hybrid Essential Duties and responsibilities Manage the monthly R&D-related accounting close to ensure accurate and timely completion of expenses, prepayments and deposits, and accrual accounts.

This involves communication with the R&D Teams in Shanghai as well as the U.S. Attend R&D project team meetings and review project management portfolio updates to better understand the status of the company’s R&D programs to better facilitate the R&D accrual process Review and/or prepare journal entries and related supporting work papers; ensure the quality of work product complies with SOX requirements Review and analyze invoices, read contracts, and compare/ reconcile data to POs, budgets, SOW’s and/or work orders to determine the appropriate accounting treatments Prepare R&D contract accounting analysis for the R&D contracts and supporting associated PO’s and SOW, to ensure proper accounting treatment for the accruals and prepaids Prepare and review the R&D budget tracker workbook and ensure appropriate accounting estimates in the R&D tracker Develop and maintain R&D accruals using various methodologies including % of completion, FTE reimbursement rates, etc. Prepare R&D fluctuation analysis by segments (e.g., subsidiaries, programs, phases, etc.) as well as R&D-related general ledger account fluctuation analysis on a monthly basis Review and/or prepare general ledger account reconciliations and other R&D analyses requested by management on a monthly basis Liaison between the R&D project teams and FP&A team regarding the monthly R&D Research accruals under review; guide the proper accounting treatment of R&D-related transactions Coordinate with the Head of Finance and Controller in China and other accounting U.S. team members in identifying, researching, and documenting significant accounting matters Manage the quarterly review, interim and year-end audit, and tax requirements related to R&D-associated activities; drive closure of any internal/ external request/open items on a timely basis Identify opportunities to reduce the R&D-related accounting close cycle, enhance existing procedures Assist the Controller and other members of the accounting team on ad hoc projects, as needed CORE COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Experience with Netsuite Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a complex environment handling different R&D programs of various affiliates and subsidiaries Able to work with a high volume of transactions in a fast-paced environment Results and goal-oriented mindset with an opportunistic eye toward process improvements Excellent communication and written skills and collaborative mindset with FP&A and the R&D scientific project owners REQUIREMENTS Education BA/BS degree in accounting Experience 6-9 years of progressive experience (combination of big 4 in Biotech clients with expertise in auditing R&D accounts and clinical stage biotech/pharma industry experience) - Highly preferred Licenses or Certifications CPA preferred The target salary range for this full-time role is $150,000 - $180,000 bonus equity benefits. Structure Therapeutics determines salary ranges based on level and scope of responsibilities, as well as location. Individual pay is further determined by additional factors, including relevant experience, specific job skills, education and training. More details about the specific salary range for your location will be discussed with you during the hiring process by the StructureTx Talent Acquisition Team.