Manager, Accounting

BioSpace; Brisbane (ND); Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Freenome is seeking a proven Accounting Manager to join our team at the Brisbane, California headquarters. You will analyze, collaborate, and drive to completion all accounting activities and help develop processes and systems for accurate reporting. This hybrid role reports to the Director of Accounting.

You will lead month-end closes, assist audits, prepare tax support, and drive process improvements across finance. A CPA and 6+ years in biotech accounting are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA preferred.
• 6+ years accounting experience, preferably in biotechnology or pharmaceuticals.
• Strong analytical and modeling skills including advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to drive projects and tasks to timely review and completion.
• Independent work style with sound judgment and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Monthly & quarterly close general ledger reconciliations for accounts such as Fixed Assets and accruals.
• Prepare SOPs and internal controls to establish Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) 404 compliance.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly flux analysis and financial reporting.
• Support interim and year-end audit preparations and documentation.
• Prepare tax-related support for filings (Property Tax, Sales and Use Tax) and government surveys.
• Identify and drive process improvements to reduce close time and streamline operations.
• Assist in system implementations in preparation for commercialization.
• Handle ad-hoc projects as the company grows.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Financial modeling

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Netsuite

Job description

Why join Freenome

Freenome is a high-growth biotech company developing tests to detect cancer using a standard blood draw. To do this, Freenome uses a multiomics platform that combines tumor and non-tumor signals with machine learning to find cancer in its earliest, most-treatable stages.

Cancer is relentless. This is why Freenome is building the clinical, economic, and operational evidence to drive cancer screening and save lives. Our first screening test is for colorectal cancer (CRC) and advanced adenomas, and it’s just the beginning.

Founded in 2014, Freenome has ~400 employees and continues to grow to match the scope of our ambitions to provide access to better screening and earlier cancer detection.

At Freenome, we aim to impact patients by empowering everyone to prevent, detect, and treat their disease. This, together with our high-performing culture of respect and cross‑collaboration, is what motivates us to make every day count.

Become a Freenomer

Do you have what it takes to be a Freenomer? A “Freenomer” is a determined, mission-driven, results-oriented employee fueled by the opportunity to change the landscape of cancer and make a positive impact on patients’ lives. Freenomers bring their diverse experience, expertise, and personal perspective to solve problems and push to achieve what’s possible, one breakthrough at a time.

About This Opportunity

At Freenome, we are searching for a proven and collaborative Accounting Manager to join our team! As an Accounting Manager, you will analyze, collaborate and drive to completion all accounting activities. In addition, you will be pivotal in developing and implementing processes and systems for processing, analyzing, verifying, and reporting accurate accounting information. In this role, you will report directly to our Director, Accounting. This role will be a Hybrid role based in our Brisbane, California headquarters.

What You’ll Do

• Monthly & quarterly close general ledger reconciliations for accounts such as Fixed Assets, Expense accruals and clinical trial accruals


• Prepare, maintain and update standard operating procedures and internal controls for assigned areas to establish compliance related to Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) 404


• Prepare monthly and quarterly flux analysis and financial reporting


• Support interim and year end audit preparations, explanations and documentation


• Prepare tax related support for filings such as Property Tax, Sales and Use Tax as well as government surveys


• Identify and drive areas of process improvement to reduce the accounting close process, enhance existing procedures, controls and streamline operations


• Assist in various system Implementations in preparation of commercialization


• Ad-hoc projects as the company continues to grow

Must Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA preferred


• 6+ years of accounting experience, preferably in biotechnology or pharmaceuticals industry


• Superior analytical and modeling skills including advanced proficiency in Excel and the ability to quickly manipulate and analyze large data sets and build reports


• Strong work ethic including sound judgement, outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to work independently


• Ability to drive projects and tasks to timely review and completion

Nice To Haves

• Public accounting experience a plus


• Experience with Netsuite is a plus


• Experience with coaching and mentoring staff


• Capacity to handle a high volume of transactions in a fast‑paced environment


• Results and goal-oriented mindset with an opportunistic eye towards process improvements


• Ability to prioritize and organize work effectively, with exceptional cross-functional collaboration and communication skills

Benefits And Additional Information

The US target range of our base salary for new hires is $131,325 - $201,000. You will also be eligible to receive pre-IPO equity, cash bonuses, and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits depending on the position offered. Please note that individual total compensation for this position will be determined at the Company’s sole discretion and may vary based on several factors, including but not limited to, location, skill level, years and depth of relevant experience, and education. We invite you to check out our career page freenome.com/job-openings/ for additional company information. Freenome is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, and we value diversity. Freenome does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

• Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA)


• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)


• Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionAccounting/Auditing and Finance


• IndustriesInternet News

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