Accounting Manager

Overview

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Accounting, this role owns key components of daily accounting operations, general ledger governance, fixed asset accounting, and month- and quarter-end close execution. You will partner closely with internal finance stakeholders, shared service teams, external auditors, and tax advisors to ensure accurate financial reporting, effective controls, and continuous improvement across core accounting processes. The position requires strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly and quarterly close process, including close calendar management, journal entry review, account reconciliation oversight, and financial statement preparation.
• Manage general ledger accounting operations and fixed asset responsibilities to ensure transactions are recorded accurately, completely, and in accordance with US GAAP.
• Maintain and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls, with emphasis on SOX 404 compliance, control documentation, and audit readiness.
• Coordinate with purchasing, accounts payable, payroll, tax, internal stakeholders, shared service teams, and external auditors to support accurate reporting, tax return preparation, quarterly reviews, and annual audits.
• Identify and implement process, system, and automation improvements to increase efficiency and improve control effectiveness.
• Lead or support cross-functional accounting initiatives and other finance projects as business priorities require.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide functional oversight to shared service accounting resources responsible for cash reconciliation and related accounting activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years of accounting operations experience required; biotechnology industry experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically about the role of finance and accounting in supporting business strategy.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SOX 404 compliance.
• Demonstrated experience managing financial close activities, audits, and financial statement preparation.
• Proven success working under pressure; highly organized with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and adjust to changing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to partner across functions.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA a plus.

Computer Skills

• Experience using SAP preferred.
• Experience using Blackline JE and Reconciliation Software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Travel

• Occasional travel to Home Office in San Carlos.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $111,800.00 - $151,800.00 annually.
• Actual compensation packages are determined by several factors including job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location; packages may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor.
• The listed range reflects base salary or hourly range only.
• Non-Commercial roles: eligible to participate in the annual bonus plan; Commercial roles: eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan.
• Discretionary equity awards and eligibility to voluntarily participate in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. Reasonable accommodation is provided in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.