Sr. Accountant

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned accounting areas such as accruals and prepaid expenses
• Where necessary, read contracts and model in excel accounting implications of the arrangement
• Lead functional accrual meetings and work with third party vendors to obtain accrual support where necessary
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries and perform account reconciliations
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Maintain accurate general ledger and supporting documentation in accordance with US GAAP
• Aid in the preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules
• Support external audits by preparing requested documentation and analyses
• Aid in SOX controls documentation, testing, and compliance efforts
• Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A and other teams to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Identify and support opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• CPA preferred
• Public accounting and/or publicly traded company experience preferred
• Lifesciences, biotech, or pharmaceutical industry experience preferred
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven mindset of proactive continuous improvement
• Efficient independent worker with ability to focus and drive for results
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong commitment to ethical standards
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)