Senior Accountant

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for supporting the daily operations and maintenance of the general ledger system, banking, cash applications, inter-company client invoicing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:

• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure
• Provide support to ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close
• Responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the General Ledger including, but not limited to: entering journal entries, posting cash, and account reconciliations
• Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly financial information and inter-company reporting/tracking
• Assist the Controller with daily banking requirements
• Ensure the accurate and timely processing of payables and collection of receivables
• Collaborate with others in Finance to support overall department goals and objectives
• Responds to inquiries from the VP Finance and Controller regarding financial results, special reporting requests and ad hoc analyses
• Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow and internal controls

Qualifications:

Minimum Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related business field

Other Required:

• A minimum of 5 years prior experience in the general ledger, financial reporting, payroll and benefits, taxes, statutory filing requirements, and all areas of the accounting cycle
• Experience with any Eastern European financial & tax requirements

Preferred:

• CPA or equivalent qualification
• Experience in the CRO industry
• USGAAP knowledge

Skills:

• Strong Accounting skills
• Solid IT skills (especially MS Excel)

Competencies:

• Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, bank reconciliations, strong PC skills and able to thrive in a multi-tasking environment
• High energy and enthusiasm with a strong commitment to exceeding expectations
• Flexibility and willing to work on multiple assignments of varying tasks with personnel throughout the organization
• Ability to learn quickly. Good oral and written communication & interpersonal skills with the ability to connect and build relationships with management and others throughout the organization
• Exhibits self-motivation, and can work and plan independently as well as in a team environment
• Team player with a desire to be an active, long-term participant in the growth of the company