Senior Accountant II

Role: Senior accounting professional responsible for managing monthly general ledger closings, focusing on long-term debt, royalty liabilities, embedded derivatives, software capitalization, lease accounting, and fixed assets. Responsibilities include preparing workpapers, journal entries, reconciliations, fluctuation analyses, contract review for expenses, and supporting audits and SOX compliance. Requirements: Bachelor's in accounting; CPA preferred; 7+ years of experience in publicly traded companies, with biotech experience a plus; proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office; familiarity with AI tools like ChatGPT. HighValue: experience in SEC reporting, SOX controls, and GxP compliance; knowledge of lease accounting (ASC 842), and working in a fast-paced biotech or life sciences environment. Collaboration involves liaising with cross-functional teams and supporting external audits. Work setup is hybrid, based in San Francisco, requiring quarterly visits. This role emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and supporting the company's innovative approach to biotech finance.