Accounting Manager - Life Sciences

Location: Carlsbad
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

High Growth & NetSuite This Jobot Job is hosted by: Dylan Currier Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year A bit about us: My client is a fast-growing life sciences company dedicated to advancing innovative solutions in therapeutics. We are driven by a mission to improve patient outcomes and advance human health through cutting-edge research and technology. Why join us? Be part of a mission-driven company that is shaping the future of healthcare and science. Join a collaborative and innovative team that values integrity, impact, and growth. Competittve compensation, equity opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. Career development in a fast-paced and growing organization. Job Details The Accounting Manager will play a key role in managing the day-to-day accounting operations, overseeing a team of 5 professionals, and ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial reporting. This role requires a hands-on leader with deep knowledge of accounting principles, strong operational acumen, and experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment—preferably within the life sciences or a related industry. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP. Supervise and mentor a team of 5 accounting staff, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback. Maintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support scalability. Manage the general ledger and oversee reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts. Collaborate with FP&A, Tax, and external auditors to support budgeting, compliance, and audit processes. Ensure the integrity of financial systems and data within NetSuite. Support the implementation of new systems, tools, and processes to drive efficiency. Participate in strategic finance projects, including process automation and acquisition integration (if applicable). Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent preferred. 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including 2 years in a leadership or managerial role. Strong understanding of US GAAP and internal control frameworks. Proven experience working in a high-growth environment, preferably in the life sciences, biotech, or healthcare sector. Hands-on experience with NetSuite is required. Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams in a dynamic setting. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work cross-functionally and adapt quickly to evolving business needs. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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