Job Summary: The Senior Accountant, Consolidations is responsible for performing and reviewing complex accounting activities that support accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting. This role leads key elements of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close; prepares account reconciliations and financial analyses; strengthens internal controls; and partners with cross-functional stakeholders to resolve issues and improve processes. The Senior Accountant also serves as a technical resource and informal mentor to junior accounting team members.
Responsibilities: - Lead assigned portions of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
- Organize and execute the monthly consolidation and preparation of centralized financials for a global organization, incorporating multiple ERPs, data sources, legal entities, and foreign currencies.
- Deliver quarterly and annual disclosure requirements accurately and timely, including introduction of automation, efficiency gains and process improvements where possible.
- Support global external audit completion with effective centralized coordination and status tracking.
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, rollforwards, accruals, and supporting schedules.
- Analyze balance sheet and income statement activity; investigate variances, identify trends, and communicate findings.
- Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure transactions are recorded in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.
- Support preparation of internal financial statements, management reports, and audit schedules.
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors and respond to information requests.
- Evaluate accounting processes and controls; recommend and implement improvements that increase accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
- Support global balance sheet reviews and resulting actions across all legal entities.
- Partner with FP&A, operations, payroll, tax, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other teams to resolve accounting matters.
- Research accounting issues and document conclusions, policies, and procedures.
- Support system implementations, integrations, acquisitions, and other finance initiatives as assigned.
- Provide guidance, work review, and coaching to Staff Accountants while promoting knowledge sharing and consistent practices.
- Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.
Experience Requirements: - Five or more years of progressive accounting experience, including substantial general ledger, financial close, and consolidation experience.
- Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, account reconciliation, and internal controls.
- Experience with an ERP system, preferably SAP, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex information, identify root causes, and deliver accurate work under deadlines.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate across functions.
- CPA or progress toward certification preferred.
- Public accounting, manufacturing, life sciences, or multi-entity experience may be preferred based on business needs.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: - Comfort with working at a computer for extended periods.
- Capacity to lift and carry up to [25-50] pounds as required
- Able to communicate effectively via phone, video, and written communication.
- Occasional need to move about the office to access meetings or resources.
Why Work for Nova Biomedical - Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
- Competitive 401k company match
- Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Generous Tuition reimbursement
- Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
- Professional development, engagement and events
- Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA and Westbrook, ME offices
- Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office
Work Location: Hybrid in Waltham, MATargeted Salary Range:$95,000-$115,000/yrNova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.
