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Senior Accountant

  2025-11-20     Barrington James     San Francisco,CA  
Description:

Senior Accountant – Preclinical CRO

This is an excellent opportunity to join a science-driven, rapidly expanding organization with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality in vivo and in vitro research services. Supporting clients from early discovery through IND-enabling studies, the company combines the agility of a specialist CRO with the resources of a global network—offering a Senior Accountant the chance to take on broad responsibilities, influence key financial operations, and grow within one of the world's most dynamic biotech hubs.

The Opportunity

  • Manage monthly general ledger close, including accruals, reconciliations, and journal entries.
  • Oversee AR/AP processing, vendor and customer reconciliations, and bank account reconciliations.
  • Maintain and reconcile accounting records for prepaids, accruals, and deferred revenues.
  • Prepare monthly financial analyses and support annual budgeting.
  • Handle tax declarations, filings, and audit coordination (internal, external, and regulatory).
  • Implement new accounting standards and maintain compliance with parent company policies.
  • Support non-standard transactions and assist across functions to ensure timely month-end close.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Five years of experience in a small to medium-sized firm
  • Experience should include preparation for and dealings with external auditors.
  • Strong General Ledger knowledge with month-end closing experience, including preparation of financial statements.
  • QuickBooks experience preferred but not required.

Why This Opportunity

  • Join a scientifically driven, globally backed CRO experiencing rapid U.S. growth.
  • Be part of a culture that values initiative, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Enjoy a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to shape financial operations in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Biotechnology Research

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