Senior Accountant - General Ledger (AI)

Location: Menlo Park, California; office relocation to Sunnyvale, California planned for fall 2026. Hybrid arrangement with at least 60% or 24 hours of the work week on-site; the remaining time may be worked from home.

Company

hirify.global's Finance organization manages accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and process improvements.

What you will do

• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, account analysis, and variance reporting.
• Manage general accrual accounting across assigned cost centers and clinical trial accruals in partnership with Clinical Operations and FP&A.
• Prepare supporting documentation for internal and external auditors.
• Design, implement, and maintain accounting processes, policies, and controls.
• Support SOX compliance activities and maintain internal controls over assigned accounting areas.
• Drive automation and process improvements, including the use of AI tools to reduce manual effort.

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, ideally combining public accounting and private industry experience.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP accounting.
• Experience with NetSuite, Coupa, or other ERP systems.
• Strong professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work on-site at least 60% of the work week in Menlo Park, with a planned move to Sunnyvale in fall 2026.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work arrangement with office or home working options within the stated on-site requirement.
• On-site presence is especially encouraged on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Menlo Park campus.
• Working hours and days may vary based on operational needs.
• Up to 10% travel may be required.
• The role may involve dry ice, hazardous materials, blood specimens, and laboratory instruments, as well as occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.