Description Our client, a dynamic and growing company in the biotech sector, is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join their team in San Diego, CA. If you thrive in fast-paced, innovative environments and have a strong background in accounting, we’d love to hear from you! Key Responsibilities + Oversee all general ledger activities, prepare journal entries, and perform account reconciliations to maintain clean and accurate financial records. + Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal reporting deadlines. + Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes, including accruals and adjustments. + Apply ASC 606 standards for revenue recognition and collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate reporting. + Track research and development costs, grants, and government-funded expenses to ensure proper classification and reporting. + Assist in internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. + Identify inefficiencies in accounting workflows and propose actionable solutions for optimization. + Work closely with Finance, Operations, and R& D teams to provide financial insights and support managerial decision-making. Requirements + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required. CPA designation strongly preferred. + Minimum of 5+ years of progressive accounting experience. + Biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry experience is highly desirable. + Familiarity with R& D/project-based accounting, including tracking and classifying expenditures. + Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle). + Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis functions. + Strong analytical and organizational skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication. + In-depth understanding of GAAP and prior knowledge of revenue recognition and cost accounting in the biotech or healthcare industry. + Familiarity with grant reporting and compliance requirements is a plus. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .