Company
Biotech
SeniorAccountant
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“Senior Accountant. Skills: R&D accounting, GAAP, ASC 730. Lead clinical trial accounting. Lead R&D accounting activities”
What You'll Achieve.
Improve efficiency; Improve accuracy
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving ability
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 2–3+ years accounting experience, 2–3+ years audit experience, Knowledge of US GAAP, Knowledge of accrual accounting, Exposure to ASC 730, Exposure to R&D accounting concepts
Nice to Have
CPA certification preferred, Public accounting background preferred, Big 4 experience strongly preferred, Experience in biotech environments, Experience in life sciences environments, Experience in healthcare environments, Experience in pharmaceutical environments
What You'll Do.
Lead clinical trial accounting
Lead R&D accounting activities
Prepare monthly accruals
Track prepaid expenses
Perform cost allocations
Execute reconciliation processes
Partner with Clinical Operations
Partner with Procurement
Partner with external vendors
Validate milestone billing
Validate contract terms
Ensure accurate financial treatment
Support month-end close
Support quarterly close
Prepare journal entries
Prepare account reconciliations
Prepare variance analyses
Maintain financial schedules
Maintain reporting files
Assist with financial reporting
Assist with audit support
Identify process improvements
Implement process improvements
Identify automation opportunities
Implement automation opportunities
Identify enhanced reporting structures
Implement enhanced reporting structures
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with Clinical Operations; Partner with Procurement; Partner with Legal; Collaborate cross-functionally
Communication Scope
Present financial insights
Full Job Description
## Accountabilities Lead clinical trial and R&D accounting activities, including monthly accruals, prepaid expense tracking, cost allocations, and reconciliation processes in accordance with GAAP and ASC 730 requirements. Partner with Clinical Operations, Procurement, Legal, and external vendors to validate invoices, milestone billing, and contract terms, ensuring accurate financial treatment of research expenditures. Support month-end and quarterly close cycles by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses with clear supporting documentation. Maintain detailed financial schedules and reporting files related to clinical trials, R&D spend, and prepaid amortization. Assist with financial reporting requirements, audit support (internal and external), and SOX control execution for R&D accounting processes. Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and enhanced reporting structures to improve efficiency and accuracy. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with CPA certification preferred. 2–3+ years of accounting or audit experience, ideally with a public accounting background (Big 4 experience strongly preferred). Strong knowledge of US GAAP and accrual accounting, including exposure to ASC 730 and R&D-related accounting concepts. Experience in biotech, life sciences, healthcare, or pharmaceutical environments is highly preferred. Advanced proficiency in Excel and strong familiarity with ERP systems such as Oracle, as well as collaboration tools like Google Workspace. Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving ability. Ability to manage tight deadlines, work independently, and operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and present financial insights clearly. Benefits Competitive base compensation with additional annual pe
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