Accounting Manager

Who we are: 

Maravai LifeSciences translates extraordinary science into everyday miracles, helping biotech, biopharma, and life sciences companies everywhere deliver novel vaccines, therapeutics, and diagnostics. We are global leaders in providing products and services within the fields of nucleic acid production and biologics safety testing to many of the world's leading biopharma, vaccine, diagnostics, and cell and gene therapy companies.  

At Maravai, we believe that diverse perspectives are the foundation of innovation. Through an inclusive and equitableculture where every team member is inspired to bring their best selves to work, we cultivate an environment in which we can lead together, providing differentiated value to our customers, and enabling the miracles of science. For over 35 years, Maravai’s portfolio companies have served as a catalyst for innovative, lifesaving technology for humanity. Pioneering nucleotide research since its inception, we are now leading the way in the rapidly expanding mRNA market. 

Your next role as a Miracle Maker 

Maravai LifeSciences is seeking a #MiracleMaker to join our Accounting team as an Manager, Accounting. The Manager, Accounting will serve as a key member of the accounting and finance team, responsible for leading the GL function as well as a timely and accurate monthly and quarterly close process. Reporting to the Assistant Controller, the position will own accounting operations areas including accruals, prepaids, cash, intercompany, and employee compensation, and will partner cross-functionally with FP&A, tax, treasury, payroll, and operations. This position will also oversee the equity administration and accounting, working with the company’s transfer agent and equity platforms. The ideal candidate combines deep technical accounting expertise with strong leadership, process improvement, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

How you will make an impact: 

General Ledger & Month-End Close

• Lead and manage the monthly and quarterly close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all general ledger activities.
• Own and review journal entries across key areas including accruals and prepaids.
• Oversee cash accounting, bank reconciliations, and intercompany accounting, including elimination entries and intercompany settlement.
• Review and approve balance sheet account reconciliations, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Maintain and enforce close calendar, coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders to meet reporting deadlines.