Accounting Specialist

WHO ARE WE

Parse Biosciences is a global life sciences company whose mission is to accelerate progress in human health and scientific research. Empowering researchers to perform single cell sequencing with unprecedented scale and ease, our pioneering approach has enabled groundbreaking discoveries in cancer treatment, tissue repair, stem cell therapy, kidney and liver disease, brain development, and the immune system.

Founded based on a transformative technology invented at the University of Washington, Parse has raised over $100 million and is used by over 2,000 labs across the world. Our growing portfolio of products includes Evercode Whole Transcriptome, Evercode TCR, Gene Capture, and a software tool for data analysis.

Parse Biosciences is based in Seattle, Washington's vibrant South Lake Union district, where we recently opened a 34,000 square foot headquarters and state-of-the-art laboratory.

THE POSITION

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a key part in advancing our accounting close processes, driving efficiency improvements, and supporting our overall growth. Your responsibilities will include enhancing internal control procedures, ensuring accurate and efficient operations, and fostering clear and professional communication with team members, internal stakeholders, external customers, and vendors. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to make a meaningful impact on our team’s success. 

**While this position is listed as being in Seattle, we are open to a hybrid schedule. We expect this hire to be onsite at least 2 days per week**

IN THIS POSITION, YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Process accounts payable transactions entered into NetSuite, updating vendor information as necessary
• Complete 2-way match, review and assign appropriate department and GL codes for purchased goods and services
• Progress approval workflow for purchase order and vendor payments for payment via check, ACH and Wire through Bill.com
• Process and administer virtual cards and budgets in Brex and Bill.com
• Assist with travel booking transactions via Navan travel management solution
• Assist with tax reporting and registration, audit preparations, selections, and requests
• Reconcile bank statements and assist in the month-end close process
• Perform a variety of basic accounting tasks in accordance with standard procedures, including general accounting tasks such as month-end close, account reconciliations, journal entries, and audit support
• Enter, post, and reconcile batches, research and resolve customer and vendor issues, prepare aging report, post invoicing and conduct collection calls, maintain cash receipts journal, update, and reconcile sub-ledger to G/L

FOR THIS POSITION, WE LOOK FOR

• Minimum of an associate degree in accounting
• 2+ years of experience in similar accounting
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience with NetSuite or similar ERP
• Professional experience using Bill.com, Brex, or similar online bill paying tool and credit card management tools
• Experience with Navan travel management solution (or similar)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and handle a varied workload independently
• A team-first mentality, demonstrating a collaborative approach to achieving shared goals
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with internal teams, external customers, and vendors 

JOB CONDITIONS

• This is a hybrid position with the expectation to be in-office 2 days per week
• The office environment is open concept where you will have an assigned sit-stand desk
• Extensive computer and related accessories will be used most of the time

Parse Biosciences is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.