Day Zero Diagnostics (DZD) is an exciting revolutionizing infectious disease diagnostics, by leveraging cutting-edge sample prep technologies, whole genome sequencing and machine learning. We are building the next generation of IVDs, able to perform comprehensive bacterial species ID and antimicrobial resistance and susceptibility (AMR/S) profiling in less than 8 hours of sample receipt, without the need for culture.
Our first application is for Sepsis. Sepsis is responsible for about a third of hospital deaths and costs hospitals in the US about $24B annually. Using the current culture-based approach for pathogen ID and AST that takes 2-5 days and has a 40% failure rate, patients with Sepsis are treated with broad-spectrum antibiotics, leading to significant toxicity, higher rates of organ injury, increased risk of c. difficile infection, and contributing to the growth of the antibiotic resistance problem, globally.
By providing an accurate and comprehensive diagnosis within the first cycle of treatment, patients can get appropriate antibiotic therapy for systemic infections such as sepsis, reducing hospital treatment durations and costs while positively impacting patient outcomes.
At DZD, we are passionate about our mission of modernizing infectious diseases diagnosis and treatment. Employees gain experience in a multidisciplinary and fast-paced start-up, and have ample opportunities to acquire new skills, engage with emerging technologies, work closely with our accomplished team, and communicated their results, all while working in a supportive and energetic environment.
As a direct report of the Director, Finance & Operations, the applicant will be an integral addition to the finance department as the company continues to grow.
Job Duties
Reporting to the Director, Finance & Operations, the Staff Accountant will assist across all financial operations of the company. The ideal candidate will have had prior experience in different accounting processes including financial close, procure to pay, order to cash, fixed and treasury. Essential duties and responsibilities include:
- Prepares month-end, quarterly and year-end closings, journal entries and account reconciliations for review.
- Prepares grant / contract reimbursement submissions for review.
- General Ledger review to ensure completeness and accuracy of GL data and transactions and to identify MoM, YoY, and quarterly trends.
- Work with functional business owners to compile annual budget and quarterly forecast data
- Analyzes trends, costs, financial commitments and obligations incurred to predict future expenses. Provides analysis and insight in assisting with expense forecasting projections.
- Assists Director, Finance & Operations with identification and proposal of policies and procedures consistent with industry best practice
- Prepares information required for annual financial audits, single audits and tax returns with the Company’s public accounting firm.
- Other related duties may be added as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
- 2 - 4 years' experience in accounting or a related field
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to read and analyze financial reports
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.