Senior Accountant

Pharmaron

$80K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting
  • Minimum 4 years of related accounting experience
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles
  • Proficient in MS Excel
  • Detail-oriented and organized
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities

  • Oversee project-related transaction recording with project managers
  • Prepare customer invoices accurately and on time
  • Review vendor bills and credit card transactions for proper coding
  • Assist with fixed asset schedules for additions and disposals
  • Review monthly inventory schedules for accuracy
  • Support month-end close with journal entries and account reconciliations
  • Develop and implement process improvements in accounting procedures

Benefits

  • Comprehensive insurance package including medical, dental, and vision
  • Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
  • 100% employer-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
  • Generous 401k plan with employer match
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program
Full Job Description
Position: Sr. Accountant

Salary Range: $80,000-$95,000

Location: Germantown, MD (On-site)

Job Overview:

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for overseeing all project-related transactions, including revenue recognition, billable costs and billing schedules. This role will also provide accounting support for accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, as well as month-end close, including journal entries, account reconciliations and reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, be extremely organized and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Key Responsibilities
  • Work with project managers to ensure project-related transactions are recorded timely and accurately. This includes maintaining detailed reports for all contracts, tracking billable costs, overseeing revenue recognition, tracking billing milestones, and preparing final contract reconciliations once work is completed.
  • Prepare customer invoices.
  • Assist with review of vendor bills and credit card transactions to ensure proper coding is used and approval and documentation is maintained.
  • Assist with fixed asset schedules and ensure asset additions and disposals are properly recorded and documented.
  • Review monthly inventory schedules.
  • Assist with month end close process, to include entering journal entries and preparing account reconciliations.
  • Assist with preparation of monthly financial reports and schedules.
  • Develop and implement process improvements.
  • Assist with preparation of annual budgets, as needed.
  • Prepare schedules and provide documentation, as required, for tax return preparation and annual audits.
  • Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
  • Minimum 4 years of related accounting experience with strong knowledge of accounting principles.
  • Proficient in MS Excel.
  • Must be extremely detail oriented and organized with strong follow-through.
  • Must be able to work independently, manage multiple priorities effectively, and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to manage periods of increased workload during month-end close.
  • Ability to write reports and correspondence and speak effectively with vendors and employees.

Benefits: As part of our commitment to your well-being, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:
  • Insurance including Medical, Dental & Vision with significant employer contributions
  • Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account
  • Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 100% Employer-paid Employee Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • 401k plan with generous employer match
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program

How to Apply:

Ready to seize this incredible opportunity? Join us at Pharmaron and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in biopharmaceutical research and development. Apply online today!

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