Senior Accountant – SEC Reporting
PacBio (NASDAQ: PACB) is a premier life science technology company that designs, develops, and manufactures advanced sequencing solutions to help scientists and clinical researchers resolve genetically complex problems. Our mission is to enable the promise of genomics to better human health. Genomics is core to all biological processes, and our advanced genomics tools provide scientists and clinical researchers the insights to better understand biology and health. We are now entering the century of biology and genomics is at the heart of the next revolution. Become part of the new paradigm in gene sequencing and help shape the future of genomic study by joining the PacBio team.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our growing finance team. This role will be responsible for supporting SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, S-8, Form 4), ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, supporting the quarterly earnings process (press release and earnings script), and assisting with technical accounting research. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical accounting foundation, analytical mindset, and a proactive approach to process improvement. This position will partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Cost Accounting, Legal, Sales, and external auditors to support a dynamic and fast-paced business environment.
Responsibilities:
- Support the quarterly and annual SEC Reporting processes, including preparation and review of SEC filings (10-Q and 10-K), workpaper preparation, tieouts, and XBRL review
- Ensure financial statements are prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies
- Prepare financials statements including balance sheet, income statement, statement of equity and statement of cash flows
- Prepare quarterly disclosure checklists in conjunction with the 10-Q or 10-K
- Assist with the quarterly earnings process including rolling and updating the quarterly earnings press release and earnings tables, assisting with support for the earnings script, and performing tieouts as needed
- Assist with other SEC filings including 8-Ks, Form 4s, S-8s, Form SD
- Perform analysis and review of related party transactions
- Assist with the annual Proxy filing including workpaper support and updating tables
- Perform technical accounting research for new ASUs and prepare memos for applicable standards
- Perform other calculations and workpapers as needed (WKSI calculation, filer status calculation, and board payments)
- Partner cross-functionally to evaluate business transactions and ensure appropriate disclosure
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, scalability, and accuracy in accounting/filing operations, including using AI when applicable
- Support special projects, including M&A activities, integration efforts, and strategic initiatives as needed
- Provide broad support to the Accounting and Finance organization, assisting with ad hoc analyses, special projects, process improvements, and other accounting responsibilities as needed to support business objectives.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or equivalent, required
- A minimum of 4–7 years of accounting experience
- Strong hands-on SEC Reporting experience
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
- Public company and/or Big 4 experience
- Ability to research technical accounting matters and prepare clear, well-supported documentation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations
- High attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills
- Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across functions and present to management and auditors
- Proactive, self-motivated, and committed to continuous improvement
Preferred Experience:
- Active CPA license preferred
- Workiva experience a plus
Candidates must have current authorization to work in the United States without the need for present or future sponsorship.
Non-Field Based Employees are required to be onsite Monday-Thursday (Friday work from home). Depending on the role, some employees may be required to be 100% onsite.
All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability, gender identity, and sexual orientation.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability, gender identity, and sexual orientation.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent
- 4-7 years of accounting experience
- Hands-on SEC reporting experience (10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, Form 4, S-8)
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
- Public company and/or Big 4 experience
- Ability to research technical accounting matters and prepare well-supported documentation
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience working with ERP systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and strong organizational/time-management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate with management/auditors
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive, self-motivated, and committed to continuous improvement
- Current authorization to work in the United States without need for present or future sponsorship
- Active CPA license
- Workiva experience
What We Do
At PacBio, we’re devoted to empowering you. Pioneering the future through biology takes vision. You have to look beyond the status quo to what’s possible. We know your vision can reveal the full potential of the genome, advance human health and the health of our planet. And that is why your vision and pursuit are at the very center of what our company does — our product design, our customer support model, our partnerships, and even our identity. We create the world’s most advanced sequencing systems to provide you the most complete and accurate view of genomes, transcriptomes, and epigenomes. Our founders invented a new way to study the synthesis and regulation of DNA, RNA, and proteins. Driven by a desire to advance human health, we’re harnessing advances in biochemistry, optics, nanofabrication, and more. We are passionate about developing products that empower scientists to explore the full spectrum of genetic variation in any organism — from unraveling the mystery of rare diseases to improving the world’s food supply. With world-class service and support, we keep your research progressing so you can focus on finding answers. We encourage you to see the whole picture — and consider us the partner you trust to see it too.
