[Remote] Staff Accountant
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Sapio Sciences is on a mission to accelerate scientific discovery through innovative lab informatics solutions. They are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Staff Accountant to manage day-to-day accounting operations and ensure financial integrity across US and UK entities.
Responsibilities
- Own the day-to-day accounting operations across US and UK entities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance
- Support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting
- Prepare and post journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analyses in line with US GAAP and applicable UK standards
- Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and KPI reporting packs for the VP, Finance and senior leadership
- Own accounts payable and receivable workflows, including invoice processing, vendor management, and cash application
- Support revenue recognition processes in line with ASC 606, working across the subscription and professional services components of our SaaS business model
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Legal, and Customer Success on contract reviews, billing queries, and revenue-related matters
- Assist with the annual audit process and liaise with external auditors, ensuring documentation is accurate and audit-ready
- Monitor and maintain internal controls, identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and systems as we scale
- Contribute to ad hoc financial analysis, modelling, and projects as directed by the VP, Finance, including supporting board-level reporting and investor-facing materials
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA qualification or active pursuit strongly preferred
- Several years of demonstrable, hands-on accounting experience, ideally within a SaaS or technology business
- Experience working across both US and UK finance functions, with an understanding of multi-currency, multi-entity environments
- Demonstrable experience in a scale-up or high-growth business, with comfort operating in fast-paced, evolving environments
- Working knowledge of US GAAP; familiarity with UK GAAP or IFRS is a plus
- Proficiency with modern accounting software (e.g. NetSuite, QuickBooks, Xero) and strong Excel/Google Sheets skills
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver accurate output under deadline pressure
- Strong communicator with the ability to translate numbers into clear, actionable insight for non-finance stakeholders
- Meticulous attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy and financial integrity
- Metrics and data-driven mindset — comfortable building, owning, and interrogating financial dashboards and reports
- High degree of ownership and accountability; a self-starter who manages their own workload without close supervision
- Ability to thrive in ambiguity, adapt to change quickly, and contribute constructively in a scaling environment
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across geographies and functions
- Analytical thinker who can move between detail-level transaction review and higher-level business insight
- Proactive approach to process improvement — always looking for smarter, more scalable ways of working
- Comfortable working across time zones, with US East Coast hours as a baseline and regular UK collaboration
- Experience supporting or contributing to fundraising, audit, or board reporting processes is advantageous
- A genuine interest in the life sciences and technology space is a plus
Benefits
- A competitive salary and benefits package
- Flexibility to work remotely, with opportunities to travel
- A comprehensive onboarding and training programme
- Ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development
- A collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment
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