General Summary
Works under limited supervision; the Sr Accountant is responsible for executing key general accounting and cost accounting processes to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with corporate policies, and effective manufacturing cost control. This role supports month-end close activities, local accounts payable operations, fixed asset management, and manufacturing finance by analyzing production costs and inventory transactions.
The ideal candidate combines strong accounting fundamentals with analytical skills and a continuous improvement mindset, leveraging technology to automate reporting and improve process efficiency.
Qualifications
- Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- +5 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in the medical device, life sciences, manufacturing, multinational, or shared services industries.
- Experience working in multinational companies and shared services environments is considered a plus.
- Knowledge of Cost Accounting is a plus.
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
For additional information on Penumbra’s commitment to being an equal opportunity employer, please see Penumbra's Data Consent Policy.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience in the medical device, life sciences, manufacturing, multinational, or shared services industries
- Experience working in multinational companies and shared services environments
- Knowledge of Cost Accounting
Penumbra Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials describe comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with immediate eligibility, alongside life and disability insurance. Feedback suggests health coverage quality is a standout element of the package.
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Parental & Family Support — Company sources indicate fully paid parental leave and on-site support for nursing parents in key locations. Feedback suggests family support policies compare favorably within med‑tech employers.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Company postings outline paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation that increases with tenure. Feedback suggests time‑off provisions are broadly competitive when weighing total package value.
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What We Do
Penumbra, Inc., headquartered in Alameda, California, is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies. Penumbra designs, develops, manufactures and markets novel products and has a broad portfolio that addresses challenging medical conditions in markets with significant unmet need. Penumbra sells its products to hospitals and healthcare providers primarily through its direct sales organization in the United States, most of Europe, Canada and Australia, and through distributors in select international markets. The Penumbra logo is a trademark of Penumbra, Inc. Members of the Penumbra team agree that this is where their work has meaning -- we are transforming the treatment of some of the world's most devastating conditions. Penumbra is where everyone's ideas matter, and where learning and growth are constant.
