GRAIL
GRAIL is a healthcare company whose mission is to detect cancer early, when it can be cured.
Menlo Park, CA
Hybrid

GL Accountant

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GRAIL is a healthcare company whose mission is to detect cancer early, when it can be cured. GRAIL is focused on alleviating the global burden of cancer by developing pioneering technology to detect and identify multiple deadly cancer types early. The company is using the power of next-generation sequencing, population-scale clinical studies, and state-of-the-art computer science and data science to enhance the scientific understanding of cancer biology, and to develop its multi-cancer early detection blood test. GRAIL is headquartered in Menlo Park, CA with locations in Washington, D.C., North Carolina, and the United Kingdom. It is supported by leading global investors and pharmaceutical, technology, and healthcare companies. For more information, please visit www.grail.com.


The GL Accountant is an entry level position in the Finance organization. They are an accounting and financial professional with the experience to excel in a high-growth private or public company. They have experience preparing and administering accounting operations and the capacity for ad hoc analysis as new opportunities arise. Their diverse experience will be to support and enable the Finance organization to meet the needs of a growing company. 

You Will:

  • Own several areas of the GL, including Cash, Prepaid, Fixed Assets, AP Accrual, and employee credit card and expense reporting functions.
  • Prepare journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, technical analysis, and reports for period-end close and audit.
  • Help design & maintain a thorough system of accounting processes, policies and controls designed to accurately and efficiently close the books.
  • Develop a thorough understanding of the Company’s business to all aspects of the accounting function.
  • Managing relationships with existing stakeholders and forming new relationships with internal groups to ensure excellent customer service.
  • Interface with external accountants during audits.
  • Assist on projects and ad hoc assignments as needed.

Your Background Should Include:

  • At least 2 years of experience applying accounting and financial best-practices in a public or private company environment.
  • Experience implementing accounting systems and processes in a growing environment.
  • Excellent professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience leveraging analytics and project management skills.
  • Experience with clinical trial accounting and manufacturing preferred. 
  • Ability to prioritize assignments, deal with interruptions, and meet deadlines.
  • Advanced Excel and Google Spreadsheets skills.
  • Experience in Life Science industries strongly preferred.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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What are GRAIL Perks + Benefits

GRAIL Benefits Overview

We’re committed to creating the best experience for everyone at GRAIL, ensuring that each member of our team has comprehensive benefits and resources to thrive at all stages of life, both at work and at home.

Culture
Volunteer in local community
We parter with Bay Area local partners such as Life Science Cares to help meet basic needs in the community.
Partners with nonprofits
GRAIL partners with The Honor Foundation to facilitate mock interviews to help military professionals transition to civilian life. Also oSTEM and The National Sales Network to identify diverse talent.
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Employee resource groups
Employee-led culture committees
Hybrid work model
In-person all-hands meetings
Employee awards
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Mandated unconscious bias training
Unconscious bias training is included as part of our standard interview training. We also have a formal training on the topic of unconscious bias that is facilitated by the People Team.
Diversity manifesto
Mean gender pay gap below 10%
Diversity employee resource groups
GRAIL proudly offers 4 employee resources groups led by team members in tandem with an executive sponsor. They include: ASERG, WERG, PRIDE, and BIPOCC.
Hiring practices that promote diversity
GRAIL's Talent team has partnered with a variety of non-profits, associations and job boards including WITI, oSTEM, THF, DiversityJobs and The National Sales Network to identify diverse talent.
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Wellness programs
Team workouts
Mental health benefits
Abortion travel benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Company equity
Performance bonus
Pay transparency
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Childcare benefits
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Company sponsored family events
Fertility benefits
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Unlimited vacation policy
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Flexible time off
Bereavement leave benefits
Company-wide vacation
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free daily meals
Free snacks and drinks
Some meals provided
Company-sponsored happy hours
Onsite office parking
Recreational clubs
Relocation assistance
Onsite gym
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Online course subscriptions available
Paid industry certifications

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