Accounting Manager

Location: Hybrid, New Haven CT

Reports to: Senior Manager, Accounting

About Veradermics

Founded in 2019, Veradermics, Incorporated (NYSE: MANE) is a well-funded, publicly listed company that offers the opportunity to work in a performance-driven, highly dynamic environment. At Veradermics, you can actively contribute to shaping the company culture, take on various roles and responsibilities, and grow professionally.

Veradermics is a dermatologist-founded, late clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapeutics for common aesthetic and dermatological conditions.

Veradermics lead product candidate, VDPHL01, is as an oral, non-hormonal treatment for men and women with pattern hair loss (PHL). We are currently conducting three Phase 3 clinical trials as we work to deliver potentially transformative solutions and aspire to redefine the standard of care in dermatology. Learn more here.

At Veradermics, we combine scientific rigor with a vision for impactful innovation to make a lasting difference in the lives of patients.

Why Work at Veradermics

• You Can Be Part of a Meaningful Mission: Veradermics aims to become a leader in medical dermatology by bringing pharmaceutical innovation to the treatment of common skin conditions to improve the lives of patients.

• Veradermics is Growing: Veradermics is a dynamic and growing company; we are advancing our VDPHL01 Phase 3 clinical trials and preparing for commercialization. PHL affects approximately 80 million people in the U.S. alone.

• The Veradermics Culture: We are an innovative, collaborative, hard-working and performance-driven company that values the contributions of our employees and keeps our focus on patients

• We have been featured in Forbes, Allure, Marie Claire, Bazaar, Dermatology Times, the Slate, The New York Post, The Hartford Courant, The Kansas City Star, and other multi-media platforms.

Position Overview

The Accounting Manager will be a hands-on owner of core accounting activities, responsible for driving accurate, timely financial close processes while helping to build scalable accounting practices. This role reports to the Senior Manager, Accounting, and will partner with the Controller, VP, Finance, Director of FP&A, and cross-functional teams to ensure accounting operations keep pace with the company's growth.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, enjoys owning the details while keeping the full picture in mind, and is comfortable building process where needed.

Responsibilities:

Core Accounting & Close

• Own and execute key aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and fluctuation analyses
• Ensure accurate accounting in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Understand the full financial picture and proactively identify and resolve issues
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure timely and accurate expense recognition
• Assist with implementation and optimization of accounting systems and close processes

SEC Reporting, Technical Accounting, and Controls

• Prepare supporting schedules for and assist with drafting of SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, Proxy Statement, Registrations Statements)
• Assist with technical accounting research and preparation of accounting memoranda (as needed)
• Monitor emerging accounting standards and SEC reporting requirements
• Help to design, document, and improve accounting processes and internal controls
• Partner with the Senior Manager, Accounting and Controller to support SOX readiness and compliance initiatives

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Build strong working relationships with FP&A, Legal, and other teams
• Communicate accounting requirements clearly and effectively to non-finance stakeholders
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes through close coordination with FP&A

Audit & External Support

• Support external audits and reviews, including preparation of schedules and documentation
• Manage and oversee processes involving external vendors and service providers

Candidate Profile | Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field (CPA preferred)
• 4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in biotech, life sciences, or an R&D-focused environment
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Experience with financial close processes and audits/external reporting
• Experience working with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite or similar)

Company Culture

Veradermics is a small, tight-knit, high-performing team that works with urgency, positivity, and a deep sense of ownership. We set an exceptionally high bar for ourselves and seek someone who is energized by playing an integral role in a fast-moving organization at a pivotal moment in our trajectory—bringing curiosity, clarity, and a drive to get things done at the highest level.

We value strong organization, thoughtful collaboration, and genuine investment in team success. Honest, direct communication is central to how we work and grow together. Accomplishing our collective goals will be fun but also complex.

Location and Travel:

• Location: Hybrid. New Haven, Connecticut- this is a hybrid role that requires 1-2 days per week in our New Haven office

Salary and Benefits

Veradermics provides a comprehensive compensation package that includes a base salary, annual performance bonus eligibility, and access to the employee stock option plan.

Robust benefits package, including health coverage, retirement benefit matching, dependent care FSA, and unlimited paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veradermics is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.