SENIOR ACCOUNTANT – EXPERIENCE IN PHARMA/LIFE SCIENCES (OR OTHER REGULATED SECTORS) REQUIRED

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT – EXPERIENCE IN PHARMA/LIFE SCIENCES (OR OTHER REGULATED SECTORS) REQUIRED

$140K - $150K + Bonus & Bens (inc relocation) HYBRID PHILADELPHIA

REF 4203D

Our client, a leading Pharma group, are seeking a high-calibre Senior Accountant to support the US finance function through accurate reporting, strong financial analysis, and effective business partnering. The role is responsible for month-end close support, monthly performance reporting, reconciliations, revenue accounting activities including gross-to-net accounting and related accruals, and day-to-day treasury operations including payment processing, cash monitoring, and bank activity management within a pharmaceutical business. Reporting to the US VP of Finance, the position works closely with US business leaders, Group Finance, and cross-functional stakeholders in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. Duties include;

• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages and supporting schedules for the US VP of Finance and Group Finance, including clear commentary for management reporting.
• Support the monthly close process by preparing journal entries, reconciliations, accrual analyses, and analytical review of actual results.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations, investigate variances, and ensure key accounts are fully supported and accurately reported.
• Own key aspects of gross-to-net accounting, including rebates, chargebacks, returns, distribution fees, and other relevant accruals, ensuring revenue is recognised accurately and in line with pharmaceutical industry requirements.
• Execute weekly payment runs, prepare and upload bank payments, monitor daily cash balances and bank activity, and perform bank reconciliations and treasury reporting, ensuring all transactions are accurately processed, approved, and recorded in line with internal controls and company policy.
• Assist with audits, compliance requirements, and ad hoc analysis, including support for process improvement and finance transformation initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement in reporting, forecasting, and data quality by leveraging systems, automation, and standardised processes.

Your should have a Bachelor’s degree studying for (or already have) your CPA with at least 6 years professional experience in accounting or financial reporting, with direct experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or broader life sciences sector (though CPA candidates from other regulated sectors eg Healthcare/Medical Devices or Financial Services will be considered).

You must also have a strong understanding of monthly close, management reporting, reconciliations, and variance analysis with Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA beneficial) and strong Excel skills including experience of working within a group business.

Please note, the role is 2-3 d pw in the office (plus occasional travel to the other US office and the UK Head office) whilst for a spot on candidate a relocation package available.

So, if that sounds like you, then please send your details to our MD, David Symes (Chartered Accountant) at [email protected] however please note we cannot reply to all applications so only successful applications will be contacted (although under no circumstances are your details ever passed on without your specific permission). Also please no Linked In messages or invitations for this, just apply with CV.