Accounting Manager
Precision Life Sciences
- Boston, MA, United States
Accounting Manager
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
- Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure.
- Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations with the Senior Controller.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on the month end close accrual process.
- Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
- Assist the Assistant Controller with the external audit process, liaising with external auditors to address inquiries and facilitate a smooth audit.
- Mentor and guide junior accounting staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
- Prepare and maintain the month end close schedule, book journal entries, and ensure that all monthly transactions are reported accurately.
- Ensure that all reconciliations are accurately maintained and include all applicable backup.
- Review of the Accounts Payable and Payroll transactions.
- Team with the Senior Controller on the monthly Revenue and Gross to Net Calculations.
- Work with the Senior Controller on the monthly management of inventory.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE (BASIC QUALIFICATIONS):
- BA/BS in Business with an emphasis in Accounting, CPA preferred.
- 4-6 years industry experience.
- Experience with Clinical Trials, manufacturing, or commercial pharmaceuticals preferred.
- Experience with NetSuite and Concur preferred.
- Prior experience with accounting system implementations is preferred.
- Experience with SOX compliance is preferred.
- Demonstrated proficiency as an Advanced MS Excel user required – Pivot Tables/Charts, VLOOKUP, SUMIF Functions, etc. and other MS Office applications – Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong time management and organizational skills and the absolute ability to provide quality work product in a deadline-driven environment.
- High degree of attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal communications skills (written and verbal), high service orientation, and ability to thrive in a collaborative, flexible culture.
- Ability to effectively work independently, collaboratively, and cross-functionally.
- Possess a firm understanding of U.S. GAAP and practices of accrual-based accounting and maintaining financial records.
Posted On: Wednesday, August 28, 2024