Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Excellent opportunity for a skilled accountant with strong ambition to contribute meaningfully towards shaping and optimizing the systems and processes of a fast-growing company. The Senior Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for the completion of many administrative and analytical tasks that help to monitor and maintain the financial health of the business. This position will work closely with the Director of Finance to ensure accuracy and efficiency throughout the department. This role will support employees in charge of accounts receivable and accounts payable; will oversee the month-end closing process; and will provide regular timely reports to the Director of Finance, CFO and Company leadership. This role will interface with internal stakeholders within Purchasing, Business Development, Technologies and Operations to develop and maintain key business processes; and will also require regular contact with external auditors and management of external audit processes. The Senior Staff Accountant is a key contributor to developing synergies with internal business partners and external stakeholders.

Candidates with sound corporate accounting experience and principles and familiar with SAP software integration, who aspire to make an impact in the trajectory of both their company and their career, are encouraged to apply. Compensation and exact title will be commensurate with education and experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares financial statements to summarize and forecast the company’s financial status
• Produces and manages balance sheets and analyzes future earnings and expenses
• Assists with management of accounting, auditing and budgeting within the organization
• Assists with preparations for, and hosting, audits
• Works to identify and reconcile accounting inaccuracies or imbalances
• Ensures compliance and prepares reports according to applicable government regulations
• Uses SAP accounting software to maintain records and prepare reports
• Delegates accounting tasks to junior accounting staff with provided training and mentorship
• Coordinates with and prepares reports for CFO and Director of Finance
• Presents recommendations to management on short- and long-term financial objectives and policies
• Contributes to overall department goals by accomplishing accounting tasks as needed
• Responsibilities may increase in scope to align with company initiatives
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly skilled in math, accounting and financial processes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented and highly organized
• Skilled in time management and the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Solid understanding of GAAP and applicable regulations
• Experience with SAP preferred, but not required
• Communicates effectively and maintains productive relationships with coworkers, clients, and other contacts outside of the company
• Accepts feedback from a variety of sources and constructively manages conflict
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in accounting
• Minimum of 5 years of proven accounting experience, including overseeing budgets and expenses and developing internal processes
• SAP Concur software integration experience strongly desired
• CPA certification desired
• Experience with management/cost accounting advantageous

Physical Requirement

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time
• Adheres to consistent and predictable in-person attendance

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Benefits Summary:

Serán employees accrue over four weeks of paid time off annually. Employer contributions to a retirement account begin after 90 days and do not require an employee match or vesting period. Various health plans allow employees to find the best coverage for their individual or family needs with minimal employee contributions. Serán covers each employee with basic life and long-term disability, giving access to increase or add coverage. An Employee Assistance Program provides support for all things related to our employees’ wellbeing, along with access to pet insurance.

The Corporate Headquarters of Serán BioScience are located at 63047 Layton Ave, Bend, OR 97701

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