Sr. Accountant

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell, T-cell receptor (TCR-T), and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients worldwide.

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel). Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

Legend Biotech is seeking a Senior Accountant as part of the Finance team based in Somerset, NJ.

Role Overview

A Senior Accountant will oversee the accounting functions for a Legend entity, with a primary focus on Payroll, Treasury and comprehensive Financial Reporting. This position requires close collaboration with the Legend Financial Reporting Team, Treasury, Payroll, Accounts Payables, and FP&A teams. Additionally, the role includes providing accounting support for other Legend operating entities as necessary.

Key Responsibilities

Month-End Accounting and Reporting: Prepare journal entries, variance analysis, and create operating entity reporting packages. Ensure timely completion of the month-end close activities and the related deliverables in compliance with the month-end reporting calendar.

Month-End Analysis: Prepare month-end reports for submission to the Legend Reporting Team. Analyze financial data and explain fluctuations for the balance sheet and income statement.

Payroll and Prepayments: Record, reconcile, and manage payroll and prepayments.

Intercompany Transactions: Assist with intercompany transactions and reconciliations.

Account Reconciliations: Prepare account reconciliations on a timely basis, ensuring they meet SOX requirements.

Continuous Improvement: Initiate continuous improvement efforts to increase efficiency and respond to changes in the business environment.

Internal controls: Maintain internal controls to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with SOX requirements.

Audit Cooperation: Cooperate with external and internal auditors, timely deliver the financial information to third parties and regulators when necessary.

Ad Hoc Requests: Address ad hoc requests as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Finance is required

CPA License/Certification is a plus

4+ years of experience in accounting function in the biopharmaceutical/ medical devices industry or large corporation

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, experience with SAP is preferred

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Cooperation and collaboration spirit

Fluent oral communication, reading and writing skill in English

Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast-paced, matrixed, team environment consisting of internal and external team members.

Strength in communicating and working independently and effectively with broad stakeholders

Process-oriented with strong analytical skills for risk identification and management

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The anticipated base pay range for this is: $66,063 - $90,836 USD.

Benefits:

We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can thrive - both professionally and personally. To attract and retain top talent in a highly competitive industry, we offer a best-in-class benefits package that supports well-being, financial stability, and long-term career growth. Our offerings are designed to meet the diverse needs of our team members and their families, ensuring they feel valued and supported every step of the way. Highlights include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match that vest fully on day one. Equity and stock options are available to employees in eligible roles, we offer eight weeks of paid parental leave after just three months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes 15 vacation days, 5 personal days, 5 sick days, 11 U.S. national holidays, and 3 floating holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs - demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.

EEO Statement

Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company. Legend may adjust base salary or other discretionary compensation at any time based on individual, team, performance, or market conditions.

Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.