Senior Accountant, Biotech Finance & Clinical Trials

Work In Biotech; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Work In Biotech is seeking a Senior Accountant to own our accounting procedures from month end close to financial reporting. The role is hands-on with broad exposure across accounting functions, including clinical trial accruals and startup operations.

You will drive process improvements and ensure SOX controls are maintained. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of progressive accounting experience in a life sciences setting, excellent communication, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and at least 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Life science industry experience required.
• Excellent communications and strong organizational skills.
• Detail oriented with strong data flow knowledge and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Advanced Excel skills preferred (formulas, pivot tables).

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations, including light accounts payable and oversight.
• Lead month end close and general ledger reconciliation processes.
• Assist with clinical accrual tracking across all clinical trials.
• Perform monthly financial statement analysis and variance against budget.
• Assist with annual audits by external auditors.
• Drive process improvements and SOX-compliant controls.
• Provide backup to other operational functions as needed.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Work In Biotech is seeking a Senior Accountant to own our accounting procedures from month end close to financial reporting. The role is hands-on with broad exposure across accounting functions, including clinical trial accruals and startup operations.

You will drive process improvements and ensure SOX controls are maintained. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of progressive accounting experience in a life sciences setting, excellent communication, and strong Excel skills.