Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist

Sr.

Accounts Payable Specialist Location:

South San Francisco, CA, 94080 Position Summary Neurona Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in South San Francisco focused on developing transformative neuronal cell-based therapies for neurological diseases. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Specialist to support our growing finance organization. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and payments, while helping to build scalable processes in a dynamic, high-growth environment. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization at the intersection of science and innovation. Key Responsibilities Manage the accounts payable inbox and ensure timely response to vendor and internal inquiries Review, code, and process vendor invoices in NetSuite, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies Prepare vendor payments; monitor payment cycles to ensure timeliness and avoid disruptions Reconcile vendor statements and proactively resolve discrepancies Support month-end close activities and account reconciliations Partner cross-functionally (Finance, Procurement, Operations) to resolve invoice and purchasing discrepancies Maintain accurate and audit-ready AP records, ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements (including 1099 reporting) Process employee expense reports in Concur in accordance with company policy Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability of AP operations Support internal and external audits as needed Contribute to ad hoc projects and broader finance initiatives Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred 5 - 7 years of relevant accounts payable experience Strong understanding of AP processes, internal controls, and basic accounting principles Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and expense management tools (e.g., Concur) Familiarity with AP automation tools and electronic payment platforms (e.g., Bill) Knowledge of 1099 reporting and vendor compliance requirements High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving environment Continuous improvement mindset with an interest in optimizing processes ```