- The Staff Accountants responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Reading and comprehending contracts, then utilizing accounting knowledge to record the related transactions
Fully owning the general ledger accounts within his/her responsibility and ensuring compliance with US GAAP; calculating and explaining variance analysis
Assisting with ad-hoc accounting projects, driving change and implementing enhanced processes
Assisting with inventory costing and routings and responsibility for change analysis related to costing
Assisting with development and maintenance of standard costs
Assisting with inventory analysis and inventory reserves
Performing ad-hoc accounting research, making recommendations for proper accounting treatment and documenting transactions
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Must be able to work well in a dynamic environment and be able to recommend and implement process improvements
- Working knowledge of US GAAP
- Process improvement mindset
- Good organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks effectively
- Very detail oriented with strong teaming and interpersonal skills
- Travel may be necessary 5-10% of the year
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance
- Minimum of 5 years accounting or 3 years auditing experience
- Pharmaceutical industry experience is a plus
- Strong PC skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and financial accounting systems
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics365 preferred
Physical Requirements:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to sit or stand and perform computer work for long periods of time
- Employee must be able to manipulate a keyboard and phone
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; talk and/or hear
- May occasionally climb stairs and/or ride elevators
- The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
