Senior Analyst, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting
About The Position
The Senior Analyst, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting is a key hands-on contributor to our growing accounting team, responsible for preparing and coordinating on deliverables for the Company's quarterly and annual reporting cycle. This position will play a key role in bridging activities from accounting operations to external reporting with direct involvement in recording journal entries, preparing reconciliations, concluding on judgmental technical accounting matters, and drafting and tying out portions of the Company’s 10-Q, 10-K, and earnings release. The position reports to the Senior Accounting Manager, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting and requires close collaboration with internal business partners. A successful candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and is proactive, highly organized, results-oriented, and analytical, with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. This individual exercises sound judgment, takes ownership of outcomes, and is highly motivated to consistently deliver high-quality results while supporting the growth and scalability of the organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA required
- 4+ years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 3 years of Big 4 (or similar) audit experience with SEC-registered clients
- Biotech or life sciences industry experience a plus
- Experience auditing and/or working within ERP and finance systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Proficiency in AI-enabled tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini
- Foundational Knowledge: Understanding of AI concepts, including machine learning, natural language processing, and data-driven decision-making.
- Applied Skills: Demonstrated experience using AI tools and platforms in accounting and/or audit practices
- Strong work ethic with sound judgment and the ability to work independently
- Ability to manage high-volume transactions in a fast-paced environment
- Results and detail-oriented mindset with continuous improvement focus
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High sense of urgency with the ability to develop practical solutions to complex, time-sensitive issues
- High degree of organizational agility and discretion when managing sensitive matters across all levels of the organization
- Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously while remaining calm and effective under pressure
Responsibilities
- Prepare the quarterly and annual SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, and earnings release), including select financial statements, footnote disclosures, and supporting schedules.
- Assist with technical accounting research and prepare position memo on complex or non-routine accounting matters
- Support a variety of complex accounting areas. Prior expertise in all areas is not required. The role requires only a desire and aptitude to develop deep technical expertise. These areas include leases (ASC 842), equity method accounting (ASC 323), debt and deferred royalty obligations (ASC 470), preferred stock and other complex equity instruments, embedded derivatives (ASC 815), earnings per share (ASC 260), noncontrolling interests (ASC 810), contingencies (ASC 450), and related party disclosures (ASC 850).
- Coordinate with the wider accounting team on the quarterly flux analysis and manual tie-out procedures.
- Develop into the SEC team's point person for external reporting-related functionality across the Company's systems (Coupa, SAP, Blackline, and Workiva), maintaining subject matter expertise on reports and configurations relevant to reporting.
- Maintain and enhance SOX-compliant internal controls.
- Maintain and enhance the company’s accounting policies.
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors and manage audit requests.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with the wider accounting team, Facilities, FP&A, Tax, Legal, Strategic Finance, and Investor Relations.
- Identify and help implement process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce manual work, and enhance data quality.
- Identify and help implement AI-enabled process improvements for the SEC and broader accounting team.
- Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for assigned accounts including those involving non-routine or complex transactions.
Benefits
- Market-leading compensation
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- Pre-tax commuter benefits (transit and parking)
- Referral bonus for hired candidates
- Subsidized lunch and parking on in-office days
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for you and your dependents
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual employer contributions, plus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Fertility & family-forming benefits
- Expanded mental health support (therapy and coaching resources)
- Flexible, “take-what-you-need” paid time off and company-paid holidays
- Comprehensive paid medical and parental leave to care for yourself and your family
- Career pathing through regular feedback, continuous education and professional development programs via LinkedIn Learning, LifeLabs, & BetterUp Coaching
- Financial rewards, peer-to-peer recognition, and growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
