Senior Accountant

Job Description

MUST HAVE BETWEEN 3-7 YEARS EXPERIENCE AND PHARMACEUTICAL/CONSUMER PRODUCTS OR MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE

Prepares appropriate quarter-end/year-end audit schedules and analyses of Balance Sheet accounts and related income/expense accounts that are easily understood by management and auditors.  Fully understand the process and method used to support the balance for each account.  Validate that these accounts are presented on the Balance Sheet in conformity with accounting standards (Par policies and GAAP).  Investigate and resolve any open items.

 Performs monthly Balance Sheet and P&L account analysis in order to assure Balance Sheet and P&L integrity and prepares related journal entries. 

Assists with the preparation of the monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. 

Assists with the preparation of monthly reporting packages for the Parent Company.

Assists with the preparation of quarterly Balance Sheet flux analysis for senior management review.

Coordinates accounting matters with other departments and locations, including intercompany transactions.

Assist with the consolidation of the Company’s foreign entity. 

 Responsible for the financial analysis of G&A to include journal entries and account analyses. 

Assist the Senior Manager, Accounting Operations with JD Edwards system maintenance.

 Works with internal and external auditors on all quarterly and year-end audits.  Provide requested items to outside auditors in a timely manner.

 Assists with SOX compliance efforts in the finance area by performing established control procedures, documenting related internal control processes, and testing to ensure these controls are adhered to.

Evaluate internal controls and make recommendations for improvement in efficiency.

 Actively participates in the implementation of system improvements that will generate more timely, accurate and efficient financial reporting.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.  CPA is a plus.

Requires 3-7 years minimum related work experience in public/private accounting.

Pharmaceutical industry experience a plus.

Excellent computer skills. Strong proficiency in Microsoft programs:  Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.

Knowledge of JD Edwards is a plus.

Additional Information

$65K to $75K plus Bonus

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