Senior Accountant

About Radionetics
Radionetics Oncology, a pharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of novel radiotherapeutics for the treatment of a wide range of oncology indications, is poised to capitalize on the increasing demand for novel radiotherapeutics. The company’s platform technology uses small molecule targeting to deliver therapeutic radioisotopes aimed at novel targets on a broad range of cancers by binding selectively to peptide receptors that are overexpressed on these tumors. This small molecule technology addresses many of the significant challenges currently facing peptide and protein targeted radiotherapeutics. Spun out of Crinetics (Nasdaq: CRNX) in 2021 and financed by 5AM Ventures and Frazier Healthcare, Radionetics is advancing a pipeline of multiple lead drug candidates pursuing first-in-class targets to treat a broad range of cancers. According to commercially available market research reports, the market for radiopharmaceuticals is expected to rise to $12.6 billion by 2027. For more information, visit

Position Summary
The Senior Accountant will play a critical role in the day-to-day financial operations of Radionetics. This individual will be a key contributor in the month-end close process, manage the accounts payable function, and assist with the technical execution of clinical trial accruals. The ideal candidate is a Big 4-trained CPA who is ready to transition into a hands-on biotech environment, bringing a high level of technical rigor and "audit-ready" documentation to a growing R&D organization. This role reports to the Senior Manager of Accounting and will work closely with the Controller, CFO, and other cross-functional teams.

Essential Job Functions and Duties

• General Ledger & Close: Assist with the month-end, quarterly, and year-end close procedures. Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations related to cash, prepaids, fixed assets, and general accruals and assist with the R&D accounting and clinical trial accruals process. Prepare monthly financial statements and flux analyses.
• Purchasing: Oversee the end-to-end purchasing workflow to ensure proper coding, internal approvals/compliance with controls, and vendor management. Serve as day-to-day accounting resource for internal stakeholders for all purchasing and contracting inquiries.
• AP Oversight: Review and manage all aspects of accounts payable process.
• Internal Controls: Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting and ensure all processes are "IPO-ready."
• Payroll: Process semi-monthly payroll, including collection of relevant support documentation and approvals. Support headcount, payroll, and benefits-related accounting entries/reconciliations.
• Audit Support: Serve as a point of contact for external auditors, preparing work papers and providing technical explanations for accounting treatments.
• Clinical Trial Accounting: Assist in the month-end clinical accrual process. Collaborate cross-functionally with Clinical Operations and CROs to track patient enrollment, site activities, and milestone payments to ensure accurate expense recognition.
• Special Projects: Support the Controller/CFO with ad hoc technical accounting research, tax filings, and preparation of materials for board meetings.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education: BA/BS in Accounting; CPA license is required.
• Experience: 2–4 years of progressive accounting experience. Public accounting experience is required.
• Industry Knowledge: Previous experience in the Life Sciences/Biotech sector is preferred, specifically regarding clinical trial accruals and R&D accounting.
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and SOX compliance.
• Systems: Proficiency in Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables), experience with Quickbooks, Prendio, Bill.com, Expensify is preferred.
• Communication: Ability to translate complex accounting concepts for non-finance stakeholders (e.g., Project Managers and Scientists).
• Mindset: A "roll-up-your-sleeves" attitude with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment.

Non-standard work schedule, travel or environmental requirements
The position is based in San Diego, CA. Some duties may be performed on a hybrid schedule.

Compensation & Benefits
Radionetics has a competitive total compensation package that includes bonus opportunity; equity; medical, dental, vision, life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; 4 weeks of paid time off (PTO) annually; and generous paid holidays.

Pay Range: $95,000 - $120,000
Radionetics evaluates a variety of factors in determining individual pay decisions, which may include relevant education, experience, and skills; internal equity; complexity and responsibility of the role; and market demand relative to the position. Geographic location may also be a consideration in evaluating salary when candidates work in states outside of California.

Important notices
Radionetics Oncology, Inc. is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in which all qualified applicants receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, age, physical and medical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other federal, state or local protected class.

The job description specifics provided above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and requirements. Radionetics retains the right to add or change duties, education, experience, skills or any other requirements of the position at any time.

Radionetics does not accept unsolicited referrals from employment agencies for position vacancies unless written authorization is provided from the Human Resources department before any candidates are referred for specific identified positions. In the absence of such written authorization, any actions taken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without consent or contractual agreement, and Radionetics shall not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or referrals for position vacancies at Radionetics.