Azenta Life Sciences · 12 hours ago
Senior Manager, Accounting
Burlington, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$133K/yr - $166K/yr
8+ years expAzenta Life Sciences is a global leader in the life sciences space, focused on innovative solutions for bio sample management and genomic services. The Senior Manager, Accounting will lead deficiency remediation efforts and oversee the transition of accounting operations, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement within the accounting functions.
BiotechnologyClinical TrialsLife Science
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the company’s global deficiency remediation initiative related to balance sheet reconciliations and substantiation of accounts
Collaborate with other members of the Global Finance Team to conduct detailed reviews of balance sheet accounts to identify process gaps, control deficiencies, and systemic issues
Design and implement standardized reconciliation formats, review procedures, and escalation protocols
Enhance documentation and evidence standards to align with SOX 404 and external audit expectations
Partner with internal and external audit teams to validate and test the effectiveness of newly designed controls
Oversee the transition of accounting processes (e.g., accounts payable, journal entry processing, reconciliations) from outsourced service providers back in-house
Recruit, onboard, and lead the in-house Corporate Accounting Operations team, establishing clear accountability and performance metrics
Implement a robust review structure to ensure reconciliations, journal entries, and subledger activities are performed timely and accurately
Drive a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging automation and process optimization where feasible
Oversee components of the global monthly and quarterly close process to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timely reporting
Review and approve key journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules for financial statement reporting
Collaborate with FP&A and other departments to ensure alignment between operational and financial reporting
Support technical accounting and compliance activities, ensuring adherence to US GAAP
Partner with the Corporate Controller, Director of Internal Audit and Controls and CAO to design and sustain a scalable control environment that supports long-term business growth
Provide technical guidance to accounting teams on proper classification, cutoff, and accrual practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required
8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Big Four public accounting experience (audit or advisory)
Experience in a public company environment with a strong understanding of SOX 404 compliance, internal controls, and financial reporting requirements
Demonstrated success leading control remediation or balance sheet clean-up projects
Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP and financial statement preparation
Proven leadership, team-building, and change management skills
Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational abilities
Candidates for this position must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without restriction
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Experience managing or transitioning outsourced accounting operations preferred
Hands-on experience in ERP environments such as Oracle or NetSuite
Track record of driving process improvement and automation initiatives
Ability to work cross-functionally and influence outcomes across departments
Motivated self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, or as a team member
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing to all levels within the organization
Ability to work under pressure and with multiple deadlines
A sense of urgency and self-motivation, with a personal commitment to meeting deadlines
Company
Azenta Life Sciences
Azenta Life Sciences provides life sciences solutions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$508.35MKey Investors
JP Morgan ChaseBrooks AutomationBroadOak Capital Partners
2022-11-23Post Ipo Equity· $500M
2021-12-01IPO
2014-03-12Series Unknown· $5.85M
Leadership Team
Lawrence Lin
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-12-10
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2025-11-21
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