Accounting Associate

SkylineDx is a leading-edge biotechnology company specializing in the development of diagnostic tests for critical conditions such as multiple myeloma and melanoma. Our revolutionary products, Sky92 and Merlin, are transforming the way these diseases are understood, managed, and treated.

The Accounting Associate ensures financial accuracy and compliance while tracking SkylineDx’s performance through detailed records and reports. The Accounting Associate will have a strong foundation in accounting principles, experience with various financial software, and a keen eye for accuracy in processing payments and maintaining financial records. Must have proficiency in various accounting software and a strong understanding of financial concepts, experience in healthcare billing is a plus. This role offers an opportunity to work within a dynamic scale-up environment, supporting SkylineDx’s financial operations, billing & collection and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. The Accounting Associate will help minimize errors, prevent fraud and reduce the costs associated with financial mismanagement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Process and verify invoices, purchase orders, expense reports and create new accounts using accounting software such as Concur, Bill.com and QuickBooks.
• Ensure all accounts payable transactions are accurately recorded in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare journal entries related to accounts payable activities, including accruals and adjustments.
• Maintain detailed records of payments, credits, and debits for audit purposes.
• Assist with month-end closing procedures, including general ledger reconciliation and analysis of accounts payable balances.
• Support compliance with controls by documenting processes and maintaining audit-ready documentation.
• Collaborate with the operations, finance, and human resources teams to ensure seamless data entry and processing of vendor information.
• Reconcile accounts receivable ledger to ensure all payments are accurately posted and discrepancies are resolved promptly.
• Assist in reimbursement and billing procedures in accordance with contractual terms.
• Follow up on overdue accounts through courteous negotiation and effective communication to facilitate collections.
• Maintain detailed records of all transactions, adjustments, and correspondence related to accounts receivable activities.
• Assist with month-end closing processes by preparing journal entries related to receivables and revenue recognition.
• Support audit processes by providing documentation and explanations for accountancy activity in compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with other departments such as billing, customer service, and finance to ensure smooth revenue cycle management.
• Support in filing business taxes and ensuring compliance with local, provincial and federal regulations.
• Conduct internal audits and variance analyses to identify trends or discrepancies.
• Forecast cash flow and make recommendations based on performance data.
• Maintain internal controls and accounting systems to support accuracy and prevent fraud.
• Able to interpret, document, and organize test requisition order forms, medical records, payer remittance, and related clinical documents.
• Other administrative duties as assigned.

You have

• 4- year bachelor’s degree BA/BS (preferably in accounting or business) or equivalent work experience
• · 3-5 years successful experience in accounts payable/receivable or related accounting roles within public accounting, healthcare, or corporate settings.
• Strong understanding of GAAP principles and financial concepts including debits & credits, journal entries, account reconciliation, and double entry bookkeeping.
• Experience working with medical terminology, revenue cycle management, or medical collections is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability in negotiation and customer service to resolve billing issues effectively while maintaining professional phone etiquette.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance standards is desirable.
• Skills in analysis, account analysis, financial statement review, and technical accounting are advantageous.
• Ability to perform detailed data entry tasks accurately under tight deadlines.
• Shown to be an independent worker/thinker, self-starter with good communication skills, able to organize its own tasks and activities; seeks timely support and frequent interaction with the finance team to collaborate.
• Good understanding of identifying key financial risks in internal control processes and the ability to make good recommendations to mitigate.
• Experience in working with a remote finance team, which is located overseas (i.e. the Netherlands).
• Practical experience with Salesforce is beneficial and all relevant Office-based software.
• Knowledge of CPT & ICD10 codes, medical terminology, insurance plans and processes.
• Practical experience with Telcor or other revenue cycle management software preferred.
• Highly motivated and demonstrate a high degree of professionalism in all aspects.

We offer

• a full-time position, a market competitive salary and market competitive benefits package including 401k match.
• opportunities for personal growth.
• the best of two worlds: a career in life sciences at an innovative biotech company with the emphasis on clinical diagnostics in close collaboration with an academic environment.
• the ability to serve society with science-based solutions.

At SkylineDx

We live to make a difference. It is our mission to improve a patient’s quality of life by enabling them to benefit from personal insights at the genomic level of their disease. That means we are continuously innovating the world of gene signature-based diagnostic testing. That also means we have a unique blend of characteristics. We have our soft side. Our culture is oftentimes described as familial, warm, loyal and highly engaged. We have our rational side where exact sciences are driving our mission. And when needed our passionate side surfaces to clear the way so we can serve society with science-based solutions.

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Do apply!

Send your resume to Nezam Etemadi (HR Manager) at the link provided. If you have questions or want more information, don’t hesitate to contact us. You’ll find the contact details on our website. We will make sure it lands on the right desk!