Our client is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company with a global reputation in the field of neurodegenerative diseases. We are currently looking for a Staff Accountant to manage the day to day accounts payable and general ledger processes.
Responsibilities:
Manage the accounts payable process including adherence to the internal purchase orders process and ensuring proper support documentation is included all POs and invoices.
Manage the payroll process including posting of transactions, data validation between payroll provider and current employee listing.
Perform and/or assist with monthly, quarterly and annual accounting and closing activities including reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts.
Prepare, reviewing, and analyzing flux balance sheet and P&L analysis, general ledger activity, contracts, and other analysis as required.
Assist with annual audits, creating financial reports/support as necessary, including external reporting requirements and compliance with SOX requirements.
Prepare journal entries as appropriate to ensure general ledger is in conformance with GAAP.
Required Qualifications
3+ years of accounting experience
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance required
Thorough understanding of GAAP; strong research skills
Day to day processing of accounts payable process
Record employee payroll activity in accounting system
Attention to detail and adherence to reporting deadlines
Previous monthly, quarterly, annual and external accounting and reporting responsibilities
Desired Qualifications
Biotech and/or pharmaceuticals industry experience preferred
Experience with creating policies to ensure compliance with corporate requirements and maintaining a strong internal control environment
Ability to work in a dynamic and evolving environment
Experience with identifying and implementing scalable process improvements/process efficiencies
Knowledge of QuickBooks is preferred
CPA candidate preferred