About us

Calliditas is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on identifying, developing and commercializing novel treatments in orphan indications, with an initial focus on renal and hepatic diseases with significant unmet medical needs. We have our headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden and offices in the USA, Switzerland and France.

Calliditas’ lead product, Tarpeyo™, is a proprietary, novel oral formulation of budesonide, an established, highly potent local immunosuppressant, for the treatment of the autoimmune renal disease IgA nephropathy, or IgAN, for which there is a high unmet medical need and there were no approved treatments.

As of December 2021, the FDA has approved the commercialization of Nefecon (TARPEYO™) in the United States thus making it the first and only FDA-approved treatment and in May 2022 Calliditas received a positive opinion for the drug from CHMP in the EU. Calliditas is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm (ticker: CALTX) and the Nasdaq Global Select Market (ticker: CALT). Visit www.calliditas.com for further information.

Position Summary

The US Accounts Payable Accountant is a key contributor, helping to support and provide financial information to the U.S. finance and accounting functions. At Calliditas, finances are the fuel that keeps our company moving. We are looking for a qualified Accounts Payable Accountant to keep our company’s numbers and budgets on track with unwavering accuracy. The individual possessing skills such as being detail oriented, organized and accurate would have an excellent opportunity to succeed.

This position is based in the Hoboken, NJ office. Flexibility for remote work is provided in accordance with the current hybrid work model.

Vaccination is a requirement, subject to any religious or medical accommodation. 

Key tasks and responsibilities 

• Assemble, review and verify invoices.
• Flag and clarify any unusual or questionable invoice items or prices.
• Sort, code and match invoice.
• Set invoices up for payment.
• Enter invoices into system.
• Track travel & entertainment expenses and process expense reports.
• Review expense reports to ensure accurate expense receipts support the requested reimbursable expenses.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions.
• Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date.
• Research and resolve any invoice discrepancies and issues.
• Correspond with vendors and response to inquiries.
• Assist with month end closing.
• Provide supporting documentation for audits.
• Maintain accurate historical records.
• Maintain master vendor files regarding W-9’s.
• Document key internal controls and routine testing.
• Assist in Sunshine Act Reporting where deemed necessary.
• Assist in preparation of 1099’s.
• Maintain confidentiality of organizational information.
• Complete ad hoc responsibilities as necessary.

Education and experience requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related business field as required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant general ledger professional experience required.
• Experience with closing the books for a US company.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is a plus.
• Proficiency with Word and Excel.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Team player who is self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills and positive demeanor.
• Strong problem-solving skills, technical accounting and record keeping skills.
• Ability to prioritize assignments, deal with interruptions, multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced and growth-oriented environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departmental functions.
• Must be organized, accurate, analytical and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to keep and maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of GAAP is (generally accepted accounting principles in the U.S.) a plus.

Reasons to join the Calliditas Team

• Be a part of a global leader in IgA-Nephropathy and a rapidly growing commercial-stage pharmaceutical company within specialty products with strong growth ambitions and a strong pipeline
• Be a part of the commercialization of TARPEYO™ in the US and Nefecon via partners in other countries
• Fast paced small company environment
• A unique corporate culture
• Dedicated, experienced and highly skilled colleagues
• Participate on bonus and benefit programs

 Welcome to join the Calliditas Team!