Senior Accountant

Slingshot Biosciences; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan (401k)

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Fully stocked break room

Job summary

Slingshot Biosciences in Emeryville, CA is seeking a full-time Accountant with 4-7+ years of experience. The role involves core accounting, revenue accounting, and inventory management, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and ASC 606.

The salary range is $125,000 to $140,000, plus benefits such as retirement plans, paid time off, and life insurance. Candidates must have a relevant Bachelor's degree and experience in a high-growth startup environment.

Qualifications

• 4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably including both public accounting and industry.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606 and inventory accounting.
• Experience working in an early-stage or high-growth startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger schedules.
• Manage revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606.
• Oversee inventory accounting processes and ensure accuracy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Excel

U.S. GAAP

Revenue operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

NetSuite

Intacct

Job description

Slingshot Biosciences is a fast-growing life sciences company with a platform technology and paradigm-shifting mission to make precision-engineered cell mimics the gold standard for all cell-based assay controls. We are transforming cell-based applications with the most robust, scalable, and reproducible controls available, including TruCytes Biomarker controls, SpectraComp compensation controls, ViaComp cell health controls, and FlowCytes instrument controls.

Our TruCytes cell mimics precisely replicate real cells’ optical and biochemical properties - without the sourcing, quality, or cost challenges of traditional controls. Trusted in cell-based applications across cell therapy, drug development, and diagnostics, they empower process and analytical development, quality control, potency assessments, multi-site validations, clinical research studies, and assay development and validation.

Slingshot is seeking motivated, creative team members who think outside the box. We empower employees to own their work, contribute ideas quickly, and improve processes. Come join our cross-disciplinary and world-class team that is delivering game-changing solutions for cell-based applications!

Location: Emeryville, CA. This position is On-site.

Responsibilities

• Core Accounting
  • Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger schedules.
  • Lead month‑end and year‑end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
  • Assist in the preparation of internal and external financial statements.
• Revenue Accounting
  • Manage revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606, including review of contracts, billing schedules, and supporting documentation.
  • Partner with Commercial, Operations, and Legal to ensure proper treatment of customer agreements, licensing arrangements, and service contracts.
  • Maintain deferred revenue schedules and ensure accuracy of contract assets and liabilities.
• Inventory Management
  • Oversee inventory accounting processes, including tracking, costing, reconciliations, and valuation.
  • Work closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and R&D to ensure accurate recording of raw materials, CIP, and finished goods.
  • Support implementation and maintenance of inventory systems and controls appropriate for early‑stage production environments.
  • Monitor inventory adjustments, reserves, and cost‑of‑goods‑sold accuracy.
• Operational & Cross‑Functional Support
  • Help develop and enhance internal controls and SOPs to support company scale‑up.
  • Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities.
  • Assist with external audits and prepare audit‑ready documentation.
  • Support ERP system enhancements, integrations, and overall process automation.
  • Provide ad hoc analyses and support special projects as the company grows.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably including both public accounting and industry.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606 and inventory accounting.
• Experience working in an early‑stage or high‑growth startup environment.
• Hands‑on experience with revenue operations or inventory processes.
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with ERP or accounting systems (NetSuite, Intacct, etc.).
• Excellent attention to detail, ability to prioritize, and strong problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, ambiguous environment.

Preferred

• Experience in biotech, life sciences, manufacturing, or R&D-driven industries.
• Experience implementing or scaling ERP modules for revenue and/or inventory.
• CPA certification or CPA eligibility.
• Prior involvement in audit preparation or SOX-lite control frameworks.

Salary and Benefits

The base salary range for this full‑time position is between $125,000 - $140,000 + benefits. Our salary ranges are calculated by role and level. Your position within that range will be determined by your job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, relevant education, and training/certifications.

• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Paid Time Off
• Family Leave
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Fully stocked break room with food, snacks and beverages

Equal Employment Opportunity

Slingshot Biosciences is an equal‑opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legal Authorization to Work

Legal authorization to work is required for all roles. Employment eligibility will be verified in accordance with applicable laws in the country where the position is based. For U.S.-based roles, this includes completion of required employment eligibility verification. For international roles, employment may be facilitated through an Employer of Record (EOR) in compliance with local regulations.