23andMe offers DNA testing with the most comprehensive ancestry breakdown, personalized health insights and more. Backed by NEA, GV and Sapphire.
About the role
The Senior Accountant will own accounting activities across the following areas, with specific tasks and scope evolving as the role and business needs develop.
What they're looking for
- Minimum of 5 to 7 years of related accounting experience with a Bachelor's degree, or a minimum of 3 years with a Master's degree, or equivalent work experience
- CPA designation preferred, Big Four public accounting experience a plus
- Experience with general ledger accounting software (NetSuite preferred)
- Advanced Excel skills, experience with complex reconciliations, allocations, and financial analysis
- Strong understanding of US GAAP and internal controls
- Experience with grant accounting, cost tracking, and budget-vs-actual reporting preferred
More about this role
The Senior Accountant will serve as a key contributor within the General Ledger Accounting team, owning accounting areas of moderate to high complexity with a high degree of independence. This role spans three primary areas of responsibility: OPEX GL accounting (60%), Grant Accounting (25%), and Inventory Support (15%). The Senior Accountant will drive process improvements, ensure compliance with US GAAP, support the monthly close process, and serve as a primary contact for auditors on assigned areas.
We are a group of individuals passionate about genetic discovery. 23andMe Research Institute is a nonprofit medical research organization that enables people everywhere to access their genetic information, learn about themselves, and participate in the world's largest crowdsourced research initiative. The Institute aims to be the world's most significant contributor to scientific advancement, uniting people with the common goal of improving health and deepening our understanding of DNA — the code of life.
- Own multiple accounting areas — balance sheet and/or P&L accounts with moderate to high risk and complexity — ensuring compliance with US GAAP, with the ability to work with...
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