Senior Accountant

Slingshot Biosciences is a fast-growing life sciences company with a platform technology and paradigm-shifting mission to make precision-engineered cell mimics the gold standard for all cell-based assay controls. We are transforming cell-based applications with the most robust, scalable, and reproducible controls available, including TruCytes™ Biomarker controls, SpectraComp® compensation controls, ViaComp® cell health controls, and FlowCytes® instrument controls.

Our TruCytes cell mimics precisely replicate real cells’ optical and biochemical properties - without the sourcing, quality, or cost challenges of traditional controls. Trusted in cell-based applications across cell therapy, drug development, and diagnostics, they empower process and analytical development, quality control, potency assessments, multi-site validations, clinical research studies, and assay development and validation.

Slingshot is seeking motivated, creative team members who think outside the box. We empower employees to own their work, contribute ideas quickly, and improve processes. Come join our cross-disciplinary and world-class team that is delivering game-changing solutions for cell-based applications!

Learn more about Slingshot and what we do:

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About Slingshot Biosciences

Location: Emeryville, CA. This position is On-site.

Responsibilities:

Core Accounting

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger schedules.

• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.

• Assist in the preparation of internal and external financial statements.

Revenue Accounting

• Manage revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606, including review of contracts, billing schedules, and supporting documentation.

• Partner with Commercial, Operations, and Legal to ensure proper treatment of customer agreements, licensing arrangements, and service contracts.

• Maintain deferred revenue schedules and ensure accuracy of contract assets and liabilities.

Inventory Management

• Oversee inventory accounting processes, including tracking, costing, reconciliations, and valuation.

• Work closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and R&D to ensure accurate recording of raw materials, CIP, and finished goods.

• Support implementation and maintenance of inventory systems and controls appropriate for early-stage production environments.

• Monitor inventory adjustments, reserves, and cost-of-goods-sold accuracy.

Operational & Cross-Functional Support

• Help develop and enhance internal controls and SOPs to support company scale-up.

• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities.

• Assist with external audits and prepare audit-ready documentation.

• Support ERP system enhancements, integrations, and overall process automation.

• Provide ad hoc analyses and support special projects as the company grows.

Requirements:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• 4–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably including both public accounting and industry.

• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606 and inventory accounting.

• Experience working in an early-stage or high-growth startup environment.

• Hands-on experience with revenue operations or inventory processes.

• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with ERP or accounting systems (NetSuite, Intacct, etc.).

• Excellent attention to detail, ability to prioritize, and strong problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.

Preferred

• Experience in biotech, life sciences, manufacturing, or R&D-driven industries.

• Experience implementing or scaling ERP modules for revenue and/or inventory.

• CPA certification or CPA eligibility.

• Prior involvement in audit preparation or SOX-lite control frameworks.

Salary and Benefits:

The base salary range for this full-time position is between $125,000 - $140,000 + benefits.

Our salary ranges are calculated by role and level. Your position within that range will be determined by your job-related knowledge, skills, experience, relevant education, and training/certifications.

• Retirement Plan (401k)

• Stock Option Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Family Leave

• Life Insurance

• Pet Insurance

• Fully stocked break room with food, snacks and beverages

About Slingshot:

Our north star is to make healthcare more accessible around the world. We are doing this by advancing cell biology to develop innovative solutions for human health.

At Slingshot, we value diversity and believe that a variety of backgrounds and experiences leads to more innovative ideas and a better understanding of our customers. Passion is at the core of our values, and employees are encouraged to pursue their passions in their work and contribute to the company's overall mission.

Slingshot Biosciences is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Proof of such vaccination will be required as part of the hiring process.

Slingshot Biosciences is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.