Senior Accountant

Premier Financial Search; Santa Clarita (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Generous PTO

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Premier Financial Search in Valencia, CA is seeking a Senior Accountant to support the Finance team, ensuring GAAP compliance, accurate close processes, and robust financial reporting.

You will work with the CFO and FP&A, handle general ledger, month/quarter/year-end closes, cost accounting, audits, and collaborate across teams in a fast-paced growth environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of general accounting, audit or related finance roles.
• Proficiency with NetSuite and Excel; experience with AP and expense reporting platforms preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger entries, payroll processing, accounts payable, and banking transactions.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close with journal entries, reconciliations and reporting packages.
• Coordinate annual financial audit materials and respond to external inquiries.

Skills

General accounting

GAAP

NetSuite

Excel

Audit

Expense reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

NetSuite

Stampli

Excel

Job description

Location: Valencia, CA (Hybrid - 3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

Compensation: Competitive salary, equity participation, comprehensive benefits

Perks: Career growth in a high-impact environment, generous PTO, collaborative culture

Company Overview

With nearly $150 million in funding and a recent FDA approval, our company is positioned for exponential growth as we bring breakthrough medical innovations to market. This is a rare opportunity to join at a transformational stage where your contributions directly accelerate our mission to improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Every team member plays a vital role in shaping our future success.

Position Summary

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in supporting the Finance team through accurate execution of core accounting functions, financial compliance, and reporting. This highly visible position partners with the CFO and FP&A team while contributing to the company's audit readiness, cost accounting initiatives, and broader financial operations.

Reporting directly to the Sr. Analyst, FP&A, this role is ideal for a proactive accounting professional eager to grow with a fast-paced, innovative organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger entries, payroll processing, accounts payable, 401(k) reporting, and banking transactions using NetSuite, Stampli, and related platforms.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close by preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting packages.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and corporate policies through accurate records, reconciliations, and documentation.
• Prepare accruals, reconcile use taxes, and assist with federal, state, and local compliance filings.
• Maintain documentation for insurance and regulatory requirements, ensuring audit readiness.
• Coordinate materials and schedules for the annual financial audit and external inquiries.
• Contribute to cost accounting processes and provide data for fundraising, audits, and due diligence.
• Manage expense reporting workflows and assist with balance sheet reconciliations (e.g., prepaids, accrued expenses).
• Participate in ad-hoc projects and special initiatives that support organizational growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in general accounting, audit, or related finance roles.
• Proficiency with NetSuite and Microsoft Excel; experience with AP and expense reporting platforms preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial compliance practices.
• Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable with ambiguity and growth-stage dynamics.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Startup or high-growth company experience strongly preferred.

Why Join Us?

• High-Growth Momentum: Enter at the most exciting inflection point in our journey.
• Impactful Work: Contribute directly to the launch and scaling of life-changing therapies.
• Learning & Development: Work closely with senior finance leaders and cross-functional executives.
• Mission-Driven Culture: Every number you reconcile, every report you prepare contributes to changing lives.