The PositionArrowhead is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its Finance & Accounting team at its Pasadena, CA headquarters. Reporting to the Senior Accounting Manager and working closely with the broader accounting team, the Senior Accountant will support the month-end close process, balance sheet reconciliations, SEC reporting, and audit activities.
This role is well-suited for a detail-oriented accounting professional who is eager to build technical expertise in a fast-paced, publicly traded life sciences environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, a solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, and the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
This is a full-time, onsite position from our location in Pasadena, CA.
Responsibilities
- Support month-end and quarter-end close processes, including preparation and posting of journal entries for assigned accounts
- Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, including but not limited to lease accounting, other current assets, bonus accruals, transfer pricing, and clinical trial accruals
- Perform flux analysis to explain period-over-period variances and support management review and audit requirements
- Assist with the preparation of SEC reporting deliverables, including support for Forms 10-Q and 10-K (e.g., rollforwards and disclosure support)
- Contribute to segment reporting and other financial reporting requirements
- Support internal and external audit requests, including preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation
- Assist in updating accounting policies, technical memos, and documentation to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and SOX requirements
- Collaborate cross-functionally to gather data supporting accounting estimates and accruals
- Respond to ad hoc requests and participate in process improvement initiatives
Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 1-3+ years of relevant accounting experience (public accounting or industry experience preferred)
- Foundational knowledge of U.S. GAAP
- Experience supporting month-end close and account reconciliations
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Preferred- CPA or CPA-track preferred
- Exposure to SEC reporting or SOX controls is a plus
- Experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry preferred
- Big 4 public accounting experience
- Experience with ERP systems
California pay range
$100,000-$115,000 USD
Arrowhead provides competitive salaries and an excellent benefit package.
