Corporate Accountant
Alphatec Spine Open · verified Oct 22, 2026 At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at Alphatec Spine. Carlsbad · full-time · $70,000–$115,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Run assigned parts of the monthly close, preparing entries for revenue, costs, accruals, fixed assets, inventory and intercompany activity
- Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts, keep SOX evidence complete and support audits and control checks
- Prepare reporting schedules and work papers, meet reporting deadlines, and explain monthly changes to department leaders
- Automate repetitive close tasks with available tools, document the workflows, and check AI-generated work before relying on it
- Support international entity accounting, operational projects and cross-team work with FP&A, AP/AR and Operations
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, plus one to four years of accounting experience in public practice or industry
- You have improved a process through automation, better templates or new tools, and can use generative AI with sound judgment
- You understand close cycles, financial statement effects and internal controls, including automation’s impact on SOX compliance
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with a major ERP; SAP S/4HANA is preferred
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits someone who can own close work independently while collaborating with accounting leaders and business teams. You’ll work onsite in Carlsbad five days a week, and U.S. work authorization without current or future employer sponsorship is required. CPA status is preferred, whether active or in progress.
From the employer
Works closely with the Accounting leaders to maintain effective accounting and reporting processes. Independently owns assigned sections of the close, including revenue, accruals, fixed assets and intercompany, with account analysis, reconciliation and variance reporting to department leaders and management. Plays an active role in modernizing the close by automating manual processes, applying AI tools in daily work and using data analysis to improve accuracy and insight. Builds cross-functional awareness across FP&A, AP/AR and Operations, and provides accounting support for operational initiatives as needed. The ideal candidate brings a winning attitude and a track record of finding better ways to work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- General Accounting/Month End Close – Independently owns assigned sections of the close, preparing journal entries for revenue, COGS, accruals, fixed assets, inventory and intercompany
- Prepares monthly account analyses and reconciliations for assigned balance sheet accounts with complete SOX documentation and evidence of review; supports SOX control execution and audit requests with minimal supervision
- Meets all monthly, quarterly and annual reporting deadlines, preparing financial statement support schedules, tax and audit work papers and other reports as required
- Performs monthly flux and trend analysis, identifies key business drivers and communicates clear explanations to department leaders and business partners
- Identifies manual, repetitive close tasks and builds automated solutions using SAP S/4HANA functionality, Power Query, Power Automate or similar tools, documenting them so they are repeatable and audit-ready
- Uses AI tools and agents (e.g., Microsoft 365 Copilot) in daily work, such as drafting commentary, reviewing support and summarizing contracts or data, while applying professional judgment and validating output
- Supports accounting for international entities, including intercompany activity, margin analysis and transfer pricing, building an understanding of global business drivers
- Coordinates and performs special projects, as needed
Requirements
- Track record of improving a process through automation, better templates or new tools
- Comfortable using generative AI tools at work, with sound judgment about when output needs verification
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; identifies issues and researches solutions with limited guidance
- Working knowledge of the close cycle, financial statement impact and internal controls, including how automation affects SOX compliance
- Exceptional interpersonal skills; able to communicate clearly with department managers and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Works effectively both independently and as a team contributor; flexible and able to adapt to a changing environment
- Maintain regular and consistent attendance at the normal worksite five days a week
Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required; master’s degree or CPA is a plus
- 1-4 years of accounting experience in public accounting or industry. A winning attitude and a track record of finding better ways to work matter most in this role
- Advanced Excel (XLOOKUP, pivot tables, Power Query); Power BI or similar visualization experience preferred
- Experience with a Tier 1 ERP; SAP S/4HANA preferred
- Working knowledge of SQL, Power Automate, or workflow automation tools is a plus
- Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
- Exceptional organizational, problem solving and follow-up skills
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:
CPA Preferred; active or in progress
Equal Employment Opportunity & Other Disclosures
ATEC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to its employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state or local laws. Further, ATEC will make reasonable accommodations that are necessary to comply with disability discrimination laws.
For roles based in the United States that require access to hospital facilities, must be eligible for and maintain credentials at all required hospitals, including meeting any applicable physical requirements or vaccination requirements (including the COVID-19 vaccine, as applicable).
At this time, ATEC Spine does not sponsor employment visas for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.
Salary Range
Alphatec Spine, Inc. complies with state and federal wage and hour laws and compensation depends upon candidate’s qualifications, education, skill set, years of experience, and internal equity. $70,000 - $115,000 Full-Time Annual Salary