Senior Technical Accountant
Pacific Biosciences · Menlo Park, CA
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Role summary
Pacific Biosciences seeks a Senior Technical Accountant to support monthly and quarterly financial close processes, ensure U.S. GAAP compliance, and strengthen internal controls. The role involves technical accounting research, financial statement preparation, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced biotechnology environment.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent
- 4–7 years of accounting experience
- Strong hands-on experience with ASC 606, ASC 718, and ASC 842
- Public company and/or Big 4 accounting experience
- SOX compliance experience
- Advanced Excel skills and ERP system experience
- Ability to research technical accounting matters and document findings clearly
What you'll be doing
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses
- Ensure financial statements comply with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies
- Research and document technical accounting treatment for complex or non-routine transactions
- Maintain and enhance internal controls in compliance with SOX requirements
- Support stock-based compensation accounting under ASC 718, including valuation reviews and equity disclosures
Privacy & handoff
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