Accounting Manager POST NUMBER: 456248
Title: Accounting Manager
Company: Biotechnology Industry
Compensation: $135,000-$150,000 (DOE)
About the Company & Role
We are a fast-growing biotechnology company in San Diego focused on advancing personalized medicine and accelerating drug development. The Accounting Manager will oversee core accounting operations, manage a small team, and partner with leadership and external stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting, compliance, and efficiency in a dynamic, scaling environment. The ideal candidate has a mix of public accounting and industry experience, strong technical expertise, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced setting.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the month-end close process and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting
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Oversee operational accounting functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and general ledger management
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Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering development and performance
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Manage and refine budgeting, forecasting, and allocation processes, including cost of sales and inventory accounting
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Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
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Research, document, and resolve complex accounting issues through technical memos
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Partner with auditors, investors, and other external stakeholders on financial matters
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Implement process improvements and automation to enhance efficiency and controls
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Maintain compliance with internal controls, including segregation of duties
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Administer ERP system processes, including setup of new accounts and projects (NetSuite experience preferred)
Required Qualifications
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CPA license (or actively pursuing)
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4 years of combined public accounting and industry experience (large public accounting firm experience strongly preferred)
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Prior management or supervisory experience
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Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience with:
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Revenue recognition and deferred revenue
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Inventory accounting and cost allocation
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Stock-based compensation
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Grant and lease accounting (including right-of-use assets)
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R&D accruals
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Preparation of technical memos and financial statements
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Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite strongly preferred)
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
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