Position Summary
We are looking for an Accounting Manager who will help oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ad-hoc accounting activities. Working closely with the Assistant Controller, the Accounting Manager will play a key role in the monthly financial close, external and internal reporting, and contribute to on-going process improvements and projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Key player in the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including preparation of journal entries, accruals (especially for R&D and clinical trials), and account reconciliations
- Assist with overseeing the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, adherence to company policies, and appropriate coding of expenses
- Prepare and maintain supporting schedules for key accounts, including prepaids, fixed assets, and accrued liabilities
- Support timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
- Play a key role in implementing new processes and systems
- Aid in improvement of documentation of processes to support internal controls
- Coordinate with external auditors during interim and year-end audits
- Mentor junior staff and potentially oversee one or more accountants over time
- Perform other related duties and ad-hoc projects as required
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or CPA-track preferred
- 4–6 years total experience, ideally including public accounting and/or biotech/pharma industry exposure
- Prior experience managing or supporting the accounts payable process, preferably in a growth-stage or biotech environment
- Familiarity with biotech-specific topics such as R&D accruals, clinical trial accounting, or SOX readiness is a plus
- Strong understanding of US GAAP
- Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred)
- Eagerness to grow professionally and take on increasing responsibility
Knowledge and Skills
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with a passion to deliver quality results.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel
- Ability to work with confidential information in a professional way
- Effective team player – puts personal agenda aside and focuses on what’s best for the team
- Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to prioritize tasks effectively, managing multiple assignments simultaneously, and consistently delivering high-quality results within established timeframes.
The description and requirements outlined above are general; additional requirements may apply.
In accordance with Massachusetts law, General Laws Chapter 149, Section 19B. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
