Senior Analyst, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

About this role

Mavericks Wanted

When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement...read on

In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible.

Together we define white space, push boundaries, and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma. At BridgeBio, we value curiosity and experimentation—including the ethical & thoughtful use of AI to improve clarity, speed, and quality of work.

About the job

Mavericks Wanted
When was the last time you achieved the impossible? If that thought feels overwhelming, you might want to pause here, but if it sparks excitement...read on

In 2015, we pioneered a “moneyball for biotech” approach, pooling projects and promising early-stage research from academia together under one financial umbrella to reduce risk and unleash innovation. This model allows science and small teams of experts to lead the way. We build bridges to groundbreaking advancements in rare disease, and develop life-changing medicines for patients with unmet needs as fast as humanly possible.

Together we define white space, push boundaries, and empower people to solve problems. If you're someone who defies convention, join us and work alongside some of the most respected minds in the industry. Together, we'll ask "why not?" and help reengineer the future of biopharma. At BridgeBio, we value curiosity and experimentation—including the ethical & thoughtful use of AI to improve clarity, speed, and quality of work.

Who You Are
The Senior Analyst, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting is a key hands-on contributor to our growing accounting team, responsible for preparing and coordinating on deliverables for the Company's quarterly and annual reporting cycle. This position will play a key role in bridging activities from accounting operations to external reporting with direct involvement in recording journal entries, preparing reconciliations, concluding on judgmental technical accounting matters, and drafting and tying out portions of the Company’s 10-Q, 10-K, and earnings release. The position reports to the Senior Accounting Manager, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting and requires close collaboration with internal business partners.

A successful candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and is proactive, highly organized, results-oriented, and analytical, with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. This individual exercises sound judgment, takes ownership of outcomes, and is highly motivated to consistently deliver high-quality results while supporting the growth and scalability of the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare the quarterly and annual SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, and earnings release), including select financial statements, footnote disclosures, and supporting schedules.

• Assist with technical accounting research and prepare position memo on complex or non-routine accounting matters

• Support a variety of complex accounting areas. Prior expertise in all areas is not required. The role requires only a desire and aptitude to develop deep technical expertise. These areas include leases (ASC 842), equity method accounting (ASC 323), debt and deferred royalty obligations (ASC 470), preferred stock and other complex equity instruments, embedded derivatives (ASC 815), earnings per share (ASC 260), noncontrolling interests (ASC 810), contingencies (ASC 450), and related party disclosures (ASC 850).

• Coordinate with the wider accounting team on the quarterly flux analysis and manual tie-out procedures.

• Develop into the SEC team's point person for external reporting-related functionality across the Company's systems (Coupa, SAP, Blackline, and Workiva), maintaining subject matter expertise on reports and configurations relevant to reporting.

• Maintain and enhance SOX-compliant internal controls.

• Maintain and enhance the company’s accounting policies.

• Coordinate with internal and external auditors and manage audit requests.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with the wider accounting team, Facilities, FP&A, Tax, Legal, Strategic Finance, and Investor Relations.

• Identify and help implement process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce manual work, and enhance data quality.

• Identify and help implement AI-enabled process improvements for the SEC and broader accounting team.

• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for assigned accounts including those involving non-routine or complex transactions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA required

• 4+ years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 3 years of Big 4 (or similar) audit experience with SEC-registered clients

• Biotech or life sciences industry experience a plus

• Experience auditing and/or working within ERP and finance systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Proficiency in AI-enabled tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini

AI Requirements
Foundational Knowledge: Understanding of AI concepts, including machine learning, natural language processing, and data-driven decision-making.

Applied Skills: Demonstrated experience using AI tools and platforms in accounting and/or audit practices

Behavioral Characteristics

• Strong work ethic with sound judgment and the…