Senior Accountant

Roessel Joy

$75K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of accounting experience with strong general ledger ownership.
  • Hands-on experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
  • Strong knowledge of technical accounting and revenue recognition principles.
  • Proficiency with QuickBooks, Bill.com, and advanced Excel functions.
  • Experience in biotechnology, life sciences, pharmaceutical, or clinical-stage companies is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the month-end and year-end close process, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
  • Maintain and analyze general ledger activity to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
  • Support revenue recognition and conduct technical accounting research.
  • Oversee accounts payable processes and vendor payments.
  • Partner with leadership on financial analysis, audit support, and process improvements.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with leadership involvement.
  • Opportunity to impact financial processes and company growth.
  • Engagement in special projects that enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Exposure to the biotechnology and life sciences sectors.
Full Job Description
Job Description
  • Manage the month-end and year-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
  • Maintain and analyze general ledger activity to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
  • Support revenue recognition, technical accounting research, and implementation of accounting policies.
  • Oversee accounts payable processes, vendor payments, and expense management through accounting systems.
  • Partner with leadership on financial analysis, audit support, process improvements, and special projects.


  • Requirements
  • 5+ years of accounting experience with strong general ledger ownership.
  • Hands-on experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
  • Strong knowledge of technical accounting and revenue recognition principles.
  • Proficiency with QuickBooks, Bill.com, and advanced Excel functions.
  • Biotechnology, life sciences, pharmaceutical, or clinical-stage company experience is highly preferred.
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