Senior Manager, Accounting

Overview

This role involves overseeing the accounting function and supporting financial operations, compliance with industry regulations, and strategic decision-making. The Senior Manager of Accounting reports to the Senior Director, Finance and Assistant Controller, and will occasionally attend in-person meetings in the Parsippany, NJ office, with a strong preference for someone located in the Northeast.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close, including ensuring accurate and timely completion of deliverables and establishing the calendar of events for close and year-end processes
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including cash/investment reporting and payroll
• Review semi-monthly and ad hoc payroll processing and serve as the backup preparer when needed
• Prepare monthly journal entries for complex areas including clinical trial, incentive compensation accruals, prepaids, intercompany accounting, and other areas as assigned
• Ensure proper and timely recording of financial transactions in the general ledger (GL) in accordance with GAAP
• Oversee fixed assets and lease accounting, including review of supporting schedules for quarterly reviews
• Support monthly reporting for foreign subsidiaries, including associated recording of entries
• Analyze, prepare, and review GL account reconciliations as assigned
• Assist with preparing supporting schedules for annual audit and quarterly reviews
• Contribute to the development of financial accounting systems required to maintain accounting and reporting requirements
• Approve, review, and maintain schedules and ad hoc financial reports
• Research, problem-solve, and respond to questions about the GL and financial reports
• Serve as primary contact for internal and external auditors
• Assist with process and system improvement initiatives
• Support miscellaneous projects as assigned (e.g., state and federal tax returns, 401k audits, etc.)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required; CPA a plus
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in finance, accounting, or related field
• Strong understanding and application of US GAAP and internal control processes (SOX 404)
• Solid foundation in accounting processes and principles
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work accurately and quickly with strong organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to cope and adapt in a changing environment
• Highly dependable and able to handle confidential and sensitive information
• Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and support solution implementation
• Self-starter with strong time management skills and ability to multi-task
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Demonstrated supervisory, management, and leadership skills
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization

Preferred Qualifications

• Biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience
• Payroll experience
• Experience with NetSuite, FloQast, Coupa, ADP, Concur, and Equity Edge

Compensation & Benefits

• General salary range: $155,000 to $165,000
• Offered compensation is determined based on market data, internal equity, and an applicant’s relevant skills, experience, and educational background.
• Benefits for regular-status, full-time employees may include:
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Disability insurance and supplemental health insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Time off program, including eligibility to accrue 160 hours of vacation during each full year of employment, 64 hours of sick leave, and 9 standard paid holiday days off
  • Paid leave for certain life events

Location

• Parsippany, NJ office (occasional in-person meetings)
• Strong preference for candidates located in the Northeast