Senior Technical Accountant

PacBio•Menlo Park, CA

1d•$112,000 - $168,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Technical Accountant to join our growing finance team. This role will be responsible for supporting the monthly and quarterly close process, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, strengthening internal controls, and contributing to accurate and timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical accounting foundation, analytical mindset, and a proactive approach to process improvement. This position will partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Cost Accounting, Legal, Sales, and external auditors to support a dynamic and fast-paced business environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or equivalent, required
A minimum of 4–7 years of accounting experience
Strong hands-on ASC 606, ASC 718 and ASC 842 application experience
Public company and/or Big 4 experience
SOX experience
Demonstrated ability to research technical accounting matters and prepare clear, well-supported documentation
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations
High attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills
Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across functions and present to management and auditors
Proactive, self-motivated, and committed to continuous improvement
Candidates must have current authorization to work in the United States without the need for present or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses
Ensure financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies
Perform technical accounting research and prepare documentation for complex or non-routine transactions
Analyze accounting implications of transactions including revenue, leases, fixed assets, accruals, equity, debt, and other key areas
Maintain and enhance internal controls in compliance with SOX requirements
Partner cross-functionally to evaluate business transactions and ensure appropriate accounting treatment
Support inventory and cost accounting processes, including inventory reconciliations, excess and obsolete analysis, inventory reserves, and coordination with Operations to ensure accurate valuation and reporting
Lead the quarterly accounting and reporting for stock-based compensation under ASC 718, including review of valuation reports, preparation of journal entries and disclosures, and evaluation of modifications or other complex equity transactions; perform technical accounting assessments and prepare supporting memoranda for non-routine or complex business transactions to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.
Support preparation of financial statement disclosures and assist with SEC reporting (10-K, 10-Q), if applicable
Drive audit readiness by preparing high-quality supporting documentation and serving as a key liaison with external auditors
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, scalability, and accuracy in accounting operations
Assist with system implementations, automation initiatives, and other finance transformation projects as needed
Support special projects, including M&A activities, integration efforts, and strategic initiatives
Provide broad support to the Accounting and Finance organization, assisting with ad hoc analyses, special projects, process improvements, and other accounting responsibilities as needed to support business objectives.