Accounts Payable Clerk

Mineralys Therapeutics is a publicly traded, clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing medicines to target diseases driven by abnormally elevated aldosterone. Our initial product candidate, lorundrostat, is a proprietary, orally administered, highly selective aldosterone synthase inhibitor that we are developing for cardiorenal conditions affected by abnormally elevated aldosterone, including hypertension and chronic kidney disease.

The Accounts Payable (AP) Clerk is an integral member of the Finance team, responsible for the accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments. This role supports day-to-day AP operations, working closely with internal teams and external vendors to ensure compliance with internal controls and efficient financial operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, reliable, and capable of working in a fast-paced, high-growth biotech environment. This remote position is based in Colorado, with regular bi-monthly, in person meetings with the Finance team in the Boulder region.            

Principal Responsibilities:

• Review and process incoming invoices and payment requests in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Validate vendor details, invoice accuracy, purchase order matching, and appropriate approvals.
• Monitor the AP inbox daily, responding to vendor inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Ensure all invoices are coded to the correct GL accounts and cost centers.
• Enter and maintain accurate records in the company’s financial systems (NetSuite and Tipalti).
• Support weekly and monthly payment runs, ensuring timely payments to vendors.
• Assist with the setup of new vendors and maintain vendor records in compliance with internal guidelines.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies.
• Help with month-end close activities, including AP aging review and accrual support.
• File and organize supporting documentation in a structured and audit-ready manner.
• Support the AP Manager or Senior Accountant with ad hoc tasks and reporting requests.

Skills and Attributes:

• Highly organized, with excellent attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
•  Ability to follow structured processes while maintaining flexibility in a dynamic environment.
• Comfortable with administrative and repetitive tasks that require focus and consistency.
•  Strong communication skills and ability to interact professionally with internal teams and external vendors.
• Prior experience working with life sciences vendors or exposure to the life sciences industry operations is preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (ideally NetSuite) and/or AP automation tools like Tipalti is a plus.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the finance function.

Travel

This position requires up to 5 % travel. Frequently travel is outside the local area and overnight.

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is strongly preferred.
• 2–3 years of hands-on experience in an Accounts Payable or finance support role within a public company, ideally in the life sciences sector.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and procure-to-pay (P2P) workflows.
• Proven ability to manage high volumes of invoices and vendor communications with accuracy and efficiency.
• Experience with ERP systems, especially NetSuite, and AP automation platforms such as Tipalti is highly desirable.
• Prior involvement in month-end close support, including accrual preparation and reconciliations, is a plus.
• Familiarity with SOX-compliant environments and internal control procedures is an advantage.

This position is eligible for standard Company benefits including medical, dental, vision, time off and 401K, as well as participating in Mineralys incentive plans are contingent on achievement of personal and company performance. Actual compensation may vary from posted hiring range based on geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level.

US Salary Range:

$55,000 - $70,000