Senior Manager, SG&A Accounting

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of managing the financial close for SG&A related activities in accordance with GAAP to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data
• Lead day-to-day SG&A accounting operations, including general ledger management, journal entry preparation and review, account reconciliation and close support
• Support accounting coverage for more than 40 departments, serving as a reliable finance partner to business stakeholders
• Drive end-to-end coordination of projects and system/process improvements to keep the accounting team current, scalable, and able to support a growing SG&A organization
• Manage and mentor one or more accountants, cultivating talent, delegating ownership, and showcasing the team's achievements to stakeholders
• Review, interpret, and apply consistent accounting treatment for a wide range of contracts, including:
• Consulting and professional services
• SUBSCRIPTIONS AND SaaS tools
• Milestone-based agreements
• Medical grants and sponsorships
• Conference and marketing agreements
• Analytical and research services

Qualifications and Technical Proficiencies

• Maintain a strong sense of work accountability and is a self-starter
• Strong project management capabilities, with a track record of successfully leading and executing complex initiatives; Able to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks, and work with tight deadlines
• Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, enabling effective solutions for complex challenges
• Adept at identifying process inefficiencies, creating practical solutions, and driving continuous improvements

Preferred Skills

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• At least 8 years of relevant work experience in accounting management
• Experience in biotech/pharmaceutical environment is preferred
• CPA with Big 4 experience is a strong plus
• Knowledge of/exposure to Netsuite accounting system is a strong plus