Accounting Manager

  • Nanostring
  • Apr 20, 2022
Full time Accounting CPA Finance

Job Description

Who We Are: 

NanoString Technologies (NASDAQ: NSTG) is a leading provider of life science tools for discovery and translational research. The company’s nCounter® Analysis System is used in life sciences research and has been cited in more than 3,800 peer-reviewed publications. The nCounter Analysis System offers a cost-effective way to easily profile the expression of hundreds of genes, proteins, miRNAs, or copy number variations, simultaneously with high sensitivity and precision, facilitating a wide variety of basic research and translational medicine applications. The company’s GeoMx® Digital Spatial Profiler enables highly-multiplexed spatial profiling of RNA and protein targets in a variety of sample types, including FFPE tissue sections.  Built on pioneering principles in 2003, NanoString is blazing new trails and exploring new frontiers to adapt to the everchanging landscape and becoming smarter and more innovative in the process.  We are dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and providing solutions that can have a meaningful impact in research and discovery.   

Our purpose is to Map the Universe of Biology.   We enable scientists to answer questions they have always wanted to ask to explore the boundaries of cellular structures and create an atlas of biological interactions that define life.  We are relentless in our quest to Catalyze the Next Biological Revolution leading to Advancing the Human Condition.  In addition to a pioneering spirit, we value:  Grit.  Authenticity.  Ambition.  Ingenuity.  Customers.  Join our team!  

Job Summary:

NanoString’s Accounting Department is looking for an experienced manager to lead our team. The role is responsible for the supervision of the general ledger staff including the training, assigning, and directing the workflow of the staff. This newly created role can effect change by redesigning the processes and controls around all general ledger functions for better efficiency while adherence to SOX requirements. This position requires regular communication to internal and external customers, proposals to management for process improvement solutions, and ad-hoc report development for special projects. Requirements: BA/BS and/or Master’s in accounting with an active CPA license. 6 years of general ledger experience in at least $100 million in revenue per year in a multi-entity environment with demonstrated growing responsibilities. 2-4 years of managerial experience, supervising teams in a SOX environment.

Essential Functions:

  • Endlessly curious team player who has a track record of tackling challenges to find new ways to drive to a better result.
  • Proven team-building skills and the ability to work effectively across departments.
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the organization.
  • Ability to establish and document best practices and train accordingly.
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Moderate to advanced Excel skills.

 Requirements:

  • BA/BS and/or Master’s in accounting with an active CPA license.
  • 6 years of general ledger experience in at least $100 million in revenue per year in a multi-entity environment with demonstrated growing responsibilities.
  • 2-4 years of managerial experience, supervising teams in a SOX environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Endlessly curious team player who has a track record of tackling challenges to find new ways to drive to a better result.
  • Proven team-building skills and the ability to work effectively across departments.
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the organization.
  • Ability to establish and document best practices and train accordingly.
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Moderate to advanced Excel skills.
  • Microsoft Dynamics NAV software experience and exposure to Concur or other expense management tools preferred.