Life Sciences Client Accounting - Manager

Overview

The organization is seeking a Manager to join the Life Sciences team in the Client Accounting Advisory practice.

This is a hybrid organization, and most professionals are located within a commutable distance to an office. This position is considered remote, meaning job duties do not require being performed 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.

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 for clients
• Lead global team efforts related to client work and developing skills, including guidance and training on accounting principles and calculations
• Handle inquiries from clients and/or internal stakeholders; understand industry and client challenges to provide solutions and improvements to business operations and client deliverables
• Identify cross-selling opportunities to provide value to clients
• Manage team performance by completing management-related duties on time; ensure goals and benchmarks are met (e.g., delivering monthly financials, supporting career growth, and working within budget and time parameters)
• Manage client relationships, including proactive communication, exceeding client expectations, timely completion of client billings, and supporting accounts receivable management
• Develop expertise in the technology necessary to perform services; ensure quality control procedures are executed and adhered to by all team members
• Identify opportunities to improve processes for client work and/or practice operations
• Participate in mentoring, recruiting, retention, and team-building activities
• Conduct work professionally and respectfully; follow 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 organization to support solutions for 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 controllership experience related to consolidations, GL close, and financial reporting
• Technical accounting experience, including the ability to analyze contracts and other forms of permanent and legal documentation and translate them into accounting records
• Strong communication, documentation, and presentation skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Project)
• Must be able to handle multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines
• Accuracy and attention to detail; action-oriented self-starter who is also a team player
• Significant knowledge of accounting and finance processes and functions, including strong understanding of financial statement preparation and analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

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.

Salary is one component of a total rewards package that includes:

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

Location

• Remote (Massachusetts salary range stated)
• May require presence at an office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings