Interim Senior Accountant

Interim Senior Accountant

Our client, a well-established life sciences company, is seeking an Interim Senior Accountant to support accounting operations during a systems implementation impacting research-related accruals.

This position follows a hybrid work schedule at their office in Alameda, CA. This engagement has a duration of 6 months with the possibility of extension or conversion.

• Support research-related accrual accounting, including interpretation of contracts and development of accrual schedules
• Update accrual models based on operational data and approved budgets
• Review invoices and supporting documentation to ensure accurate accrual recognition
• Prepare and review monthly accrual schedules for management review
• Support the month‑end and quarter‑end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting
• Prepare complex journal entries on a recurring basis
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure accrual completeness and accuracy
• Support internal and external audit requests
• Assist with process improvements and accounting system initiatives
• Support ad hoc accounting projects as needed

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong experience with accrual accounting and complex estimates
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP
• Experience supporting month‑end close and audit processes
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors, including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience, and training; licensure and certifications; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco by Highspring notes that the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law.

The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact  Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.