Life Sciences Client Accounting - Manager

Overview

This position is a hybrid-remote role focused on the Life Sciences team within Client Accounting Advisory. The employer is a hybrid firm; most professionals are located within a commutable distance to an office. This role is considered remote, meaning job duties do not require working within proximity of an office location. Remote employees may be required to be present at an office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.

The Client Accounting Advisory Team provides accounting, advisory, and technology services, including maintaining books and records, managing financial statement close and reporting, supporting state and local tax filings, providing virtual controller/virtual CFO services, and developing accounting technology solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Life Sciences accounting team, responsible for client execution and timely delivery of client work products by team members.
• Independently perform and assist with complex accounting services.
• Lead a global team by supporting client work and developing skills; provide guidance and training on accounting principles and calculations.
• Handle client and/or internal stakeholder inquiries; understand the industry and client challenges to deliver solutions and improvements to business and client deliverables.
• Identify cross-selling opportunities to provide value to clients.
• Complete responsibilities associated with managing teams: ensure team goals and benchmarks are met for performance and execution of client work (e.g., delivering monthly financials, developing skills for career growth, working within budget and time parameters).
• Manage clients and develop/maintain client relationships, including proactive communications and exceeding client expectations.
• Complete client billings timely and assist with managing accounts receivable.
• Develop expertise in the technology needed for performance execution; ensure quality control procedures are executed and adhered to by all team members.
• Identify process improvement opportunities for client work and/or practice operations.
• Participate in mentoring, recruiting, retention, and team-building activities.
• Conduct work professionally and show respect to others.
• Follow applicable regulations and professional ethics of the AICPA and the state society.
• Maintain appropriate compliance with firm-wide and local office policies and procedures.
• Proactively develop relationships and provide proactive communications with clients, staff, and internal stakeholders.
• Respond timely and accurately to internal team and client requests.
• Solicit internal experts across the firm to support solutions to client challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required. MBA and/or CPA license a plus.
• 10+ years of experience within a CAS/CAAS practice within a public accounting firm.
• 3+ years of Life Sciences industry experience.
• Proven ability to drive and lead corporate accounting processes and procedures such as cash management, AR/AP, month end close, payroll and benefits.
• Strong GAAP experience and hands-on experience performing controllership functions related to consolidations, GL close, and financial reporting.
• Technical accounting experience, including analyzing contracts and other forms of permanent and legal documentation and translating them into accounting records.
• Strong communication, documentation, and presentation skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Project).
• QuickBooks, NetSuite, and Sage Intacct experience preferred.
• 2+ years of experience with month-end close tools such as BlackLine, FloQast, XCM, Double, Basis.ai, or Karbon.
• Strong project and time management skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail; action-oriented (self-starter, team player, detail-oriented).
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines.
• Significant knowledge of accounting and finance processes and functions, including strong understanding of financial statement preparation and analysis.

Compensation & Benefits

In Massachusetts, the salary range for an Advisory Manager is $110,000 to $180,000. Actual compensation within the range will depend on the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, location, and applicable employment laws.

Compensation includes:

• Discretionary performance bonus
• Generous paid time off
• Expanded and inclusive parental benefits
• Access to learning and development platforms

Location

Massachusetts. Remote role; may require in-office presence with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive team. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status, and without discrimination based on disability.

Additional Information

The employer does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless engaged by the employer’s Talent Acquisition Team by way of a written agreement for a specified opening.