Senior Accountant

Murdock Martell•San Jose, CA

43d•Remote

About The Position

Are you interested in joining a firm that values professionals who make a meaningful impact by delivering strategic solutions to both established and high-growth companies? If so, we invite you to explore opportunities with Murdock Martell, Inc. Murdock Martell, Inc. is a premier financial consulting and recruiting firm representing some of the most respected organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area, with a strong focus on the technology and life sciences sectors. We offer the unique advantage of engaging, diverse client-based consulting work while maintaining the stability and benefits of a full-time corporate role. This position is open to being part-time or full-time, is mostly remote with occasional in-person client or firm meetings. Only seeking candidates who live in California, Nevada or Washington state. The Senior Accountant’s role will be to manage financial operations and drive strategic insights for their clients. In this position, the Senior Accountant will collaborate with cross-functional teams, improve processes, and strengthen internal controls while ensuring accuracy and compliance. It’s an opportunity to make a measurable impact on client‘s financial performance and support long-term business growth. The Senior Accountant will serve as a trusted financial advisor and strategic partner to clients. In this role, they will help businesses maintain accurate financial records, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and streamline accounting processes. They will also provide actionable insights through financial analysis, supporting informed decision-making and long-term growth. This is an exceptional opportunity for a Senior Accountant who thrives in a dynamic, client-facing environment and seeks both professional growth and long-term stability within a values-driven organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA strongly preferred, MBA a plus
Public accounting audit background, ideally with a Big Four firm
Prefer minimum 3 years up to 5 years client facing experience
Industry experience in technology (preferably SaaS and hardware), medical device, or life sciences, particularly within growth-stage or start-up environments
1+ years’ experience with Bill.com, Ramp and BREX
1+ years’ experience working at a start-up company
2+ years’ experience with QuickBooks online
Proficient in Excel
Detail-oriented, organized, and has exceptional communication skills
Comfortable operating independently in fast-paced, high-growth environments while collaborating effectively across functions

Nice To Haves

Experience with NetSuite, Xero, Expensify, Gusto, Rippling, Syft Analytics a plus

Responsibilities

Strong foundation of US GAAP reporting. Apply in-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP to ensure compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.
Month-end close, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciling accounts, analyzing variances, and ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
Consolidation accounting including intercompany eliminations, reconciliations, and alignment of accounting policies across entities.
Financial statement preparation; monthly, quarterly, and annually.
Financial analysis and budgeting. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling processes.
Full-cycle A/P and A/R. Oversee and manage the full accounts payable and accounts receivable cycles.
G/L reconciliations including detailed general ledger reconciliations, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues promptly to maintain accuracy and integrity of financial records.
Revenue recognition – Ensure proper revenue recognition in accordance with U.S. GAAP, including reviewing contracts, applying appropriate accounting guidance, and maintaining supporting documentation.
Payroll interface and full-cycle processing including coordinating with third-party provide and ensuring accurate recording of payroll entries.
Support for various accounting projects including but not limited to system implementations, process improvements, audit support, and internal control enhancements.
Experience with startups, technology, and/or life science companies. Operate effectively and professionally in fast-paced, high-growth environments. Adapt to evolving processes while supporting scaling operations and complex business models.