Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting

At Seer, we are passionate about empowering our customers to expand scientific discoveries and achieve exceptional scientific outcomes. Our team is growing quickly as we develop innovative approaches to solve complex biological questions. And we believe the next frontier in biology is enabled through a clearer and more complete view of the proteome – something that Seer can uniquely deliver. As we build our team, we are looking for collaborative, driven, intellectually curious people who are committed to solving complex challenges. Our culture rewards accountability and cross functional teamwork, because we believe that this enables the kind of breakthrough thinking that will accelerate our mission.

The Role

The Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting will be a key member of the accounting team with a dual focus on external financial reporting and core accounting operations. This highly visible role will contribute to the timely and accurate preparation of SEC filings, while also supporting month-end close, account reconciliations, and process improvements. The position offers significant exposure to executive management and provides opportunity to work closely with a wide range of the Company’s departments, including GL Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Stock Administration, Investor Relations, and Legal.

Responsibilities & Goals

• Prepare quarter-end stock-based compensation entries, weighted shares calculation and other equity-related analysis.
• Prepare external financial reports, such as quarterly, annual and assist in preparation of other filings, such as proxy statements and other required financial reports.
• Prepare the Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Statement of Cash Flows, Statement of Stockholders Equity and other financial footnote disclosure requirements.
• Support month-end close process.
• Perform month-end close activities including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations and analysis reports in support of filings and disclosure requirements.
• Assist in audit requests, including preparation of supporting reports and documentation.
• Comply with SOX requirements while performing the above tasks and participate in documentation of SOX compliant processes.
• Ad-hoc projects and research as needed.

Background & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• CPA strongly preferred
• 3+ years of work experience which includes audit or accounting operations
• Public accounting experience
• Experience in NetSuite, Equity Edge Online, FloQast and DFIN Active Disclosure
• Excellent project management skills
• Advanced technical accounting knowledge coupled with exceptional planning and organizational skills
• Fluency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong ability to identify and implement process improvements
• Self-motivated, deadline driven, and results oriented with superior attention to detail
• Problem-solving mindset with the desire to drive change and strong teamwork skills
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, including written communication, that allows effective interactions across functional areas

At Seer, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $110,000 and $135,000 per year, and will depend on the candidates education, skills, qualifications, experience, and location. This position is also eligible for bonus, benefits, and participation in Company’s stock option plan.  

Seer is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department at hr@seer.bio. See also (Seer’s EEO Policy).

Seer is also an affirmative action employer, has an affirmative action plan (“AAP”), and seeks to abide by all applicable state laws and regulations for applicant notifications. For questions about or to view Seer’s AAP, including with respect to veterans and individuals with disabilities, please reach out to hr@seer.bio to schedule a meeting. For additional information on applicant notifications, please visit the links below:

• Family and Medical Leave Act
• Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
• E-Verify Participation Notice
• Anti-Discrimination Notice/Right to Work