Senior Accountant - SEC Reporting

PacBio; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

PacBio is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead SEC reporting and ensure GAAP-compliant financial statements. You will partner with FP&A, Legal, and external auditors in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

The role requires 4–7 years of accounting experience with strong SEC background and attention to detail. Onsite collaboration with cross-functional teams is expected to support quarterly earnings and annual filings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent.
• 4–7 years of accounting experience with SEC reporting.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and public company experience.

Responsibilities

• Support SEC filings (10-K/10-Q/8-K) and related disclosures.
• Ensure financial statements comply with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
• Assist with quarterly earnings process and proxy/other filings.
• Perform technical accounting research for new standards.

Skills

SEC Reporting

U.S. GAAP

Public company experience

Excel

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Workiva

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Senior Accountant - SEC Reporting

PacBio (NASDAQ PACB) is a premier life science technology company that designs, develops, and manufactures advanced sequencing solutions to help scientists and clinical researchers resolve genetically complex problems. Our mission is to enable the promise of genomics to better human health. Genomics is core to all biological processes, and our advanced genomics tools provide scientists and clinical researchers the insights to better understand biology and health. We are now entering the century of biology and genomics is at the heart of the next revolution. Become part of the new paradigm in gene sequencing and help shape the future of genomic study by joining the PacBio team.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our growing finance team. This role will be responsible for supporting SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, S-8, Form 4), ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, supporting the quarterly earnings process (press release and earnings script), and assisting with technical accounting research. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical accounting foundation, analytical mindset, and a proactive approach to process improvement. This position will partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Cost Accounting, Legal, Sales, and external auditors to support a dynamic and fast-paced business environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the quarterly and annual SEC Reporting processes, including preparation and review of SEC filings (10-Q and 10-K), workpaper preparation, tieouts, and XBRL review
• Ensure financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies
• Prepare financials statements including balance sheet, income statement, statement of equity and statement of cash flows
• Prepare quarterly disclosure checklists in conjunction with the 10-Q or 10-K
• Assist with the quarterly earnings process including rolling and updating the quarterly earnings press release and earnings tables, assisting with support for the earnings script, and performing tieouts as needed
• Assist with other SEC filings including 8-Ks, Form 4s, S-8s, Form SD
• Perform analysis and review of related party transactions
• Assist with the annual Proxy filing including workpaper support and updating tables
• Perform technical accounting research for new ASUs and prepare memos for applicable standards
• Perform other calculations and workpapers as needed (WKSI calculation, filer status calculation, and board payments)
• Partner cross-functionally to evaluate business transactions and ensure appropriate disclosure
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, scalability, and accuracy in accounting/filing operations, including using AI when applicable
• Support special projects, including M&A activities, integration efforts, and strategic initiatives as needed
• Provide broad support to the Accounting and Finance organization, assisting with ad hoc analyses, special projects, process improvements, and other accounting responsibilities as needed to support business objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or equivalent, required
• A minimum of 4-7 years of accounting experience
• Strong hands-on SEC Reporting experience
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Public company and/or Big 4 experience
• Ability to research technical accounting matters and prepare clear, well-supported documentation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across functions and present to management and auditors
• Proactive, self-motivated, and committed to continuous improvement

Preferred Experience

• Active CPA license preferred
• Workiva experience a plus

Candidates must have current authorization to work in the United States without the need for present or future sponsorship.

Non-Field Based Employees are required to be onsite Monday-Thursday (Friday work from home). Depending on the role, some employees may be required to be 100% onsite.

All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability, gender identity, and sexual orientation.

Salary Range
$112,000.00 - $168,000.00

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact us at 650-521-8000, or [e-mail] for assistance.

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