Accountant - Remote

Overview

A pioneering medical AI platform focused on transforming decision-making in the life sciences sector is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their finance team during a period of growth. The organization develops innovative solutions that accelerate patient access to life-saving treatments by leveraging insights from global medical data. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the company’s financial health and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting cycle including accounts payable, invoicing, month-end close, and variance analysis.
• Oversee end-to-end general ledger functions, ensuring accurate and timely recording of transactions for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings.
• Prepare and review journal entries, perform account reconciliations, and maintain a close checklist to ensure financial data accuracy.
• Conduct variance analyses on monthly results to identify discrepancies and support financial decision-making.
• Manage the Accounts Payable process, including expense categorization, approval workflows, and maintaining internal controls.
• Handle billing and accounts receivable functions, creating and submitting customer invoices to ensure timely cash flow.
• Monitor and analyze revenue and expenditure variances against budgets and forecasts, providing explanations and recommendations.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external tax and audit vendors to ensure regulatory compliance and facilitate audits.
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting standards, policies, and procedures to support growth and operational efficiency.
• Identify and lead process improvement initiatives within the accounting function.
• Support contract review and revenue recognition processes in accordance with ASC 606 standards, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Must be located within the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in accounts payable and general ledger accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and procedures.
• Hands-on experience applying ASC 606 in a SaaS environment, including contract review, revenue recognition, and deferred revenue management.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with operations and deal desk teams on contract interpretation.
• Experience working directly with a CFO or senior financial leadership.
• Knowledge of transactional accounting including AP, AR, payroll, and related processes.
• Understanding of audit support requirements and transaction approval processes.
• Proficiency with Maxio and QuickBooks Online (QBO) certification preferred.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgment in handling sensitive financial information.
• Willingness to ask questions and actively contribute to team discussions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary ranging from $95,000 to $100,000, commensurate with experience and location.
• Three weeks of paid time off (PTO) plus a one-week holiday recess in December.
• One week of paid Safe & Sick leave.
• Ten company holidays plus two floating holidays per year.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees and their families.
• Paid parental bonding leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions up to 5%.
• Company-provided hardware including a laptop and necessary peripherals.
• Remote work flexibility to support work-life balance.

Location

• United States (remote work supported)

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. It does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Currently, visa sponsorship is not available.