We are seeking a Senior Manager – Corporate Accounting to contribute their expertise to our Finance team. This position will be based in South San Francisco, California, reporting to the Assistant Controller. This is a hands-on position that will be responsible for maintaining the company’s internal financial statements and monthly financial close process. The Sr Manager Corporate Accounting is responsible for the accounting and consolidation of multiple legal entities. This position will collaborate with the Company’s subsidiaries to ensure proper consolidation and will partner internally to ensure the financial close is completed timely, while seeking out opportunities for efficiency.  The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SAP, a proven ability to scale accounting operations, and the determination to lead the department through growth and continuous improvement.

Position is Hybrid - Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday in Office.

How You'll Contribute

• Manage a high performing team that focuses principally on:
• The monthly/quarterly financial close process and reconciliations
• The account reconciliation process, safeguarding the integrity of our significant accounts that support our financial records and controls
• Consolidation of the monthly financial statements and internal reporting
• Ownership of the monthly close calendar, while proactively collaborating cross functionally to drive efficiency in the close process 
• Responsible for the monthly consolidation of multiple business units and delivering the internal monthly close package while ensuring close targets are adhered to and efficiencies are gained
• Manage the month end close process, with key areas of responsibility including cash, investments, payroll, fixed assets, prepaids, and intercompany 
• Govern the chart of accounts and support strategic initiatives by establishing the proper general ledger structure and controls for investments in new products and services
• Ensure proper oversight of how the general ledger calculates foreign currency transactions to ensure correct recognition in both functional and reporting ledgers
• Leverage SAP expertise to optimize financial processes, reporting, and system integrations.
• Collaborate with IT on all matters impacting the Company’s general ledger and control environment
• Support the annual audit and tax compliance
• Develop scalable internal controls within the accounting function and intersections across the organization
• Foster a control environment that rewards integrity and objectivity while ensuring all related internal controls are consistently adhered to and executed timely with precision
• Drive process improvement in all aspects of accounting and across business units for efficiency and scalability
• Implement new and improved accounting systems and software that will create more automation and efficiency of work
• Work closely with the Finance team on monthly financial analysis and insights
• Support the SEC reporting process to drive continuous improvement in the quality and timeliness of the Company’s external reporting
• Train and develop current and future employees to enhance their professional development and enrich the work environment
• Support special projects as necessary

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 10+ years of experience in an accounting role, mix of public accounting and industry experience preferred
• 5+ years of experience managing a team
• Extensive knowledge of consolidation accounting
• Advanced proficiency in SAP, with hands-on experience in GL, reporting, and financial consolidations.
• Extensive and demonstrated knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including ASC 830 – Foreign Currency Matters
• Proficiency in data analysis that supports compiling impactful analytics and presentations
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proficient computer skills, including an ability to leverage software packages
• Ability to apply accounting theory to accounting practice
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse group with cross functional teams
• Ability to proactively identify potential challenges and offer solutions
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
• A growth mindset, with a track record of improving processes, scaling teams, and driving long-term departmental success.

Twist is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Revenue Manager to report directly to the Assistant Controller. This is a pivotal new role crucial to establishing and maintaining best-in-class revenue recognition processes within the Life Science industry, which presents unique and complex revenue challenges. The ideal candidate will possess a deep commitment to mastering our unique business model and serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all aspects of revenue accounting.

This role requires a unique combination of technical accounting expertise (ASC 606), strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to partner cross-functionally to drive accurate financial reporting, process efficiency, and SOX compliance.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Serve as the SME on all key revenue accounting rules (ASC 606 and GAAP), developing a solid understanding of Twist's diverse business models (e.g., custom products, services, partnership arrangements) to ensure appropriate technical application.
• Review complex contracts and partnership agreements to determine the proper revenue recognition treatment, billing schedule, and disclosure requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the Company’s revenue accounting policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and SOX controls.
• Prepare ad-hoc revenue analysis, memos, and respond to both internal and external auditor queries.
• Lead the monthly and quarterly revenue close process, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness, including preparation and review of revenue journal entries, account reconciliations, and detailed flux analysis.
• Develop and scale a high-performing revenue function to meet the knowledge and capability needs of a rapidly growing company.
• Drive the accuracy of revenue reporting for both management (internal) and external reporting purposes.
• Manage and synthesize large datasets related to revenue and receivables using analytical tools to illustrate findings, analyze trends, and report results to finance leadership.
• Partner closely with the Commercial team to understand key sales trends, structure complex transactions, and advise on contract terms to ensure optimal and compliant revenue recognition.
• Collaborate with Billing & Collections to enhance the receivables and invoicing processes, improving accuracy and compliance.
• Work with Information Technology (IT) and other business leaders to define IT solution requirements and participate in initiatives for ongoing process and systems improvements (e.g., ERP, CPQ system enhancements) to increase compliance, integrity, and scalability.
• Develop reporting tools and key performance metrics to measure the success and efficiency of the sales and revenue process in partnership with Commercial leaders.
• Own the SOX compliance framework for the revenue and accounts receivable cycles.
• Enhance current SOX controls and develop new, scalable controls as the Company continues to expand and evolve into new markets and offerings.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in accounting, with a significant focus on revenue recognition (ASC 606).
• Demonstrated experience in a technical accounting role within the Life Science, Biotech, or Pharmaceutical industry is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SOX compliance requirements, specifically as they relate to revenue and receivables.
• Proven ability to manage and execute a complex monthly/quarterly close process.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex accounting guidance to non-finance partners.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• CPA certification is a plus.
• Experience leading a team or function.
• Proficiency with large ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and strong advanced Excel/data analysis skills.
• Experience implementing or significantly upgrading revenue-related systems or processes

Couldn't find a role that is a perfect fit for your background and career interests? We've created this general job application so you can submit your resume and get on the Recruiting Team's radar. 

Please submit a resume and cover letter, along with a way to get a hold of you in the future. A cover letter isn't necessary, but it's a nice way to give us a hint about what you want to do here at Twist. 

The Recruiting Team will review your information. If a current role fits with your interests, we'll reach out right away. If not, your information will be kept on file for future roles. Twist Bioscience is growing and we'll likely have new positions open very soon. 

Thanks for your interest!

About Twist Bioscience

Twist Bioscience synthesizes genes from scratch, known as “writing” DNA. Just as children learn to both read and write, the next phase of development for the genomics revolution is the ability to write DNA.

At Twist Bioscience, we work in service of people who are changing the world for the better. In fields such as health care, agriculture, industrial chemicals and data storage, our unique silicon-based DNA Synthesis Platform provides precision at a scale that is otherwise unavailable to our customers.

Twist Bioscience Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Twist Bioscience Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic characteristics, or any other category protected by law.