• Own end-to-end accounts payable processes, including invoice intake, GL coding, approval routing, and vendor payments via Ramp Bill Pay • Manage and optimize Ramp platform configurations for corporate cards and AP workflows • Code and classify expenses across multiple entities and business dimensions in Rillet • Review and approve expenses for policy and accounting compliance • Serve as the primary vendor contact for payment status and AP inquiries, proactively following up and resolving discrepancies • Support employees with expense reporting and Ramp usage questions • Manage the full vendor lifecycle, including onboarding, maintaining documentation, periodic reviews, and offboarding in coordination with Legal and Finance • Collect and verify vendor tax documentation, leading annual 1099 filings in Ramp • Implement automation for recurring transactions to streamline AP processes • Support month-end close activities with AP accruals, journal entries, aging review, rollforwards, and balance sheet reconciliations • Maintain organized audit and compliance documentation • Assist the Accounting Manager and Senior Accountant on special projects and continuous workflow improvements

• Own end-to-end accounts payable processes, including invoice intake, GL coding, approval routing, and vendor payments via Ramp Bill Pay • Manage and optimize Ramp platform configurations for corporate cards and AP workflows • Code and classify expenses across multiple entities and business dimensions in Rillet • Review and approve expenses for policy and accounting compliance • Serve as the primary vendor contact for payment status and AP inquiries, proactively following up and resolving discrepancies • Support employees with expense reporting and Ramp usage questions • Manage the full vendor lifecycle, including onboarding, maintaining documentation, periodic reviews, and offboarding in coordination with Legal and Finance • Collect and verify vendor tax documentation, leading annual 1099 filings in Ramp • Implement automation for recurring transactions to streamline AP processes • Support month-end close activities with AP accruals, journal entries, aging review, rollforwards, and balance sheet reconciliations • Maintain organized audit and compliance documentation • Assist the Accounting Manager and Senior Accountant on special projects and continuous workflow improvements

• Coordinate day-to-day accounting functions including Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable for multiple grants and programs. • Perform grant and fund accounting functions including restricted funds tracking, revenue recognition and expense allocation among entities and programmatic cost centers. • Perform monthly reconciliations (bank, restricted net assets, restricted cash accounts, receivables, payables, deferred revenue, etc.). • Maintain financial reports and internal schedules for grants, programs, and restricted funds. • Correspond with members and donors via email and phone in both English and Spanish to answer questions and follow up on past due accounts. • Support Accounting and Finance management staff in strengthening internal controls, improving processes and implementing new workflows and software systems. • Perform other assigned accounts receivable and general accounting tasks across CCOF’s multiple entities.

Role Description The Director of Accounting position is responsible for the day-to-day coordination of the organization’s accounting. The Director of Accounting supports the VP of Finance in all accounting matters including the audit preparation and delivery of necessary account schedules, as well as ad hoc projects as assigned. Essential Functions - Monthly Close: - Prepares end of month reconciliation, including journal entries for the month-end and year-end close process for all matters related to the balance sheet. - Reviews and summarizes general ledger activity for Balance Sheet and Income statement accounts. - Reviews Month-End checklist and works with VP of Finance to ensure timely completion. - Manages general accounting and internal auditing for accurate and timely dissemination of financial management reports, including internal and external monthly financial statements. - Accounts Payable: - Supports accounts payable to ensure timely review of payments and credit card payments. - Works closely with Purchasing to ensure compliance and timely review of Purchasing Orders for end-of-year processes. - Annual Audit: - Prepares schedules for the annual audit and assists with audit inquiries, including schedules for fixed assets, Right of Use, Prepaid purchasing, and payroll accounts. - Works with colleagues to ensure questions can be answered regarding changes in the balance sheet. - Software Use: - Be a subject matter expert in SAGE/Intacct, solving day-to-day issues with assistance from Armanino. - Policy and Procedures: - Fully informed and familiar with internal controls, policies, and procedures. - Reviews and updates VP of Finance on changes or issues, ensuring all policies and procedures are current and communicated to the JCVI community. - Informs VP of Finance on any policy violations and implements updates or changes as communicated. - Fixed Assets: - Oversight of fixed assets, including researching government-owned property, disposal approval, net book value, inventory management, property taxes, and filings. - Provides fixed asset schedules needed to support insurance renewals and claims. - Cross-Functional Training: - Payroll. - Supervision: - Supervision of Accountant 1 and Accounts Payable. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in accounting. - 5+ years of accounting experience. - Biotech, research institute, and/or non-profit industry experience preferred. - Strong accounting system experience (INTACCT/SAGE highly desirable). - Advanced Excel skills are essential. - Good interpersonal and communication skills required. - Strong computer aptitude, including experience with word processing and spreadsheets. - System experience in INTACCT/Sage and ADP highly desirable. - High level of discretion for confidential work and information. - Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of staff and external contacts. - Excellent organization and time management skills. - Proficiency with standard administrative procedures and strong mathematical skills required. - Cooperative and service-oriented attitude. - High level of initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision. - Expert knowledge of accounting and financial principles, regulations, and best practices. - Excellent understanding of governmental guidelines and tax laws affecting the company. Work Environment - Moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic). - Ability to work in a confined area. - Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period. - Remote work is permitted in accordance with company policy. Physical Demands - Regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard. - Specific vision abilities required include close vision due to computer work. - Light to moderate lifting is required. J. Craig Venter Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.