Senior Accountant

DeWinter Group; Ignacio (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DeWinter Group in Novato, CA is seeking a Senior Accountant to backfill a key team member on parental leave, supporting year-end close, financial statement prep, and SOX controls.

You will manage core accounting processes, work with internal and external auditors, and help improve accounting procedures in a fast-paced environment. Prior experience in biotech/pharma-adjacent industries is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Experience preparing monthly reconciliations in a SOX-compliant environment.
• Ability to review contracts and assess financial impact.

Responsibilities

• Manage core accounting processes and year-end close activities.
• Support SOX compliance initiatives and audit readiness.
• Assist internal and external auditors with documentation and testing.

Skills

Close processes

Journal entries

Accruals

Reconciliations

SOX compliance

GAAP

Contract analysis

Audit support

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certification

Tools

Oracle R12

Oracle EBS

Job description

Senior Accountant

Join a dynamic team committed to advancing innovative solutions in the biotech and pharmaceutical industry. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and efficiency of our client’s financial operations. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced finance professionals to contribute to meaningful work, supporting a leading organization during a key transitional period.

Overview

Seeking a skilled Senior Accountant to backfill an essential team member going on parental leave, with a focus on supporting year-end closing activities and financial statement preparation. You will be responsible for managing core accounting processes, supporting SOX compliance, and working closely with internal and external auditors. This position offers flexibility with a preferred three-day in-office schedule in Novato, California, from mid-November through mid-June, providing a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in monthly and quarterly close processes, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations
• Experience preparing monthly reconciliations within a SOX-compliant environment
• Hands-on expertise with Oracle R12 (Oracle EBS is a plus)
• Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles
• Ability to analyze and review contracts and transactional impacts
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
• Experience supporting external audits and maintaining audit documentation

Nice to Have Skills

• Industry experience in biotech or pharmaceuticals
• Familiarity with Oracle EBS systems
• Experience with FASB ASC accounting standards
• Background in contract review and analysis

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA certification is highly valued
• Public accounting audit experience is a plus
• Prior experience supporting financial close processes and internal controls in a regulated environment

Other Requirements

• This role is primarily on-site in Novato, CA, with flexibility to work 2-3 days per week
• Commitment to meeting deadlines within a fast-paced environment
• Support SOX compliance initiatives and participate in internal control testing
• Ability to adapt and improve accounting processes as needed

Take this opportunity to contribute your expertise to a forward-thinking organization during a critical period of growth and transformation.