Senior Accountant

About Us

Founded in 2011, Fulgent has evolved into a premier, full-service genomic testing company built around a foundational technology platform.

Through our diverse testing menu, Fulgent is focused on transforming patient care in oncology, anatomic pathology, infectious and rare diseases, and reproductive health. We believe that by providing a wide range of effective, flexible testing options in conjunction with best-in-class service and support, we can redefine the way medicine is managed for patients and clinicians alike.

Since integrating with our therapeutic development business, Fulgent is also developing drug candidates for treating a broad range of cancers using a novel nanoencapsulation and targeted therapy platform. By merging our fields of expertise, we aim to become a fully integrated precision medicine company.

Summary of Position

This position reports directly to the Accounting Manager and will be responsible for various areas relating to month-end/year-end closing, including working with the Fulgent’s independent registered public accounting firm to ensure that the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (U.S. GAAP) and SEC Regulations. This role will also participate in advising management on complex transactions from an accounting perspective.

This position requires significant interaction with individuals internal and external to the organization, including senior management, independent auditors and other service providers. This position requires the ability to research accounting guidance, and interpret transactions in a clear and concise manner for multiple audiences. This position also requires the ability to acquire and appropriately apply knowledge of the following accounting functions:

General Ledger

U.S. GAAP

Key Job Elements

• Responsible for areas in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closing process and reporting.
• Reconcile various balance sheet accounts and prepare adjusting journal entries.
• Prepare fluctuations analysis for balance sheet accounts and income statements.
• Review general ledger details for proper classification, cut-off, and completeness.
• Consolidate financial statements including eliminating intercompany transactions.
• Prepare schedules and information needed for the Company’s SEC reporting
• Perform technical and regulatory accounting research and develop alternative approaches as deemed appropriate.
• Interfaces with internal and external auditors regarding financial reporting issues.
• Present recommendations/resolutions on various transactions across the organization.
• Analyze and assist in implementation of new accounting pronouncements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Experience

• Bachelor's degree with major in accounting.
• 4+ years of progressive experience.
• Accounting experience for public companies and big-four or mid-size accounting firm required. 
• CPA is highly preferred with experience in public accounting and auditing.
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