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Senior Accountant

Viome

Viome

Accounting & Finance
Bellevue, WA, USA
Posted on Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Viome is an innovative biotech startup that applies AI and machine learning to biological data – e.g., microbiome, transcriptome and metabolome data – to provide direct-to-consumer personalized dietary and lifestyle recommendations for healthier living. We are a small, fast-growing, interdisciplinary team of passionate experts in biochemistry, microbiology, medicine, artificial intelligence, and machine learning with a shared mission to make illness optional. Viome is seeking a highly talented, extremely smart and effective Senior Accountant to join our Finance team in Bellevue, WA.
In this position, you will be responsible for various accounting functions including general ledger maintenance, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, inventory, business taxes, audit, and related reporting and analysis. You will develop, evaluate and improve accounting processes compliant with GAAP and applicable laws and regulations and manage the day to day completion of key accounting tasks in partnership with others in the accounting department. The ideal candidate enjoys rolling up their sleeves, jumping into the financial weeds, has a very high focus to detail, and enjoys being a team player in a fast-paced, start-up environment. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, comfortable working autonomously, flexible and adaptable, and highly motivated.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare the month-end close process and assist with generating accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP
  • Maintain the general ledger and prepare and/or review appropriate ledger entries and reconciliationsLease management and invoice issuance, and related AR tasks
  • Responsible for fixed asset activity and inventory management and control
  • Oversee business taxes including state and local taxes, and ensure compliance with reporting requirements and tax filings
  • Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, controls, policies and principles
  • Assist with the development and improvement of accounting processes, systems, and infrastructure to scale with business growth
  • Administer the corporate credit card programAdminister employee expense reimbursement
  • Back up AP and cash accounts management and reconcile the accounts as needed
  • Other duties and projects as assigned

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field; CPA preferred
  • 2+ years of relevant experience in a similar role; audit experience with a public accounting firm desired
  • Strong/Advanced level in Excel, and other MS Office tools
  • Strong industry experience in general ledger/financial reporting
  • Solid working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
  • System savvy; QuickBooks experience is required
  • Start-up and large scale company experience preferred; subscription-based industry experience a plus
Viome is a 150+ person start-up offering a successful commercial product that has generated high demand. With offices in Washington and New York, we are looking to hire team members capable of working in dynamic environments, who have a positive attitude and enjoy collaboration. If you have the skills and are excited about Viome’s mission, we’d love to hear from you.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and are committed to creating a workplace that reflects these values.