[Hiring] Associate Director, Accounting @Precision Medicine Group

Role Description

As our company continues to grow, we are seeking an Associate Director, Accounting to join our growing team. In this role, you will own general ledger accounting processes for all P&L/BS accounts, ensure accounting policies are documented, and training materials maintained. You will have ownership of both Treasury and AP functions in addition to General ledger accounting for multiple business units, for multiple legal entities.

• Review JE's prepared by the Accounting Manager/Senior accountant as needed.
• Prepare complex GL entries as required.
• Review AP spend and cash flow forecasts to ensure reasonable cash flow needs are appropriate.
• Approve AP invoices for processing and may assist with cash management ACH/wire submission/approvals as needed.
• Review balance sheet account reconciliations for SGA costs across multiple business units including Payroll liabilities, ROU asset/depreciation, Fixed assets/depreciation, intercompany reconciliations, insurance, prepaids, etc.
• Finalize corporate SGA budgets and forecasts on a consolidated basis and determine accurate allocation method to various business units for management review.
• Provide corporate departments with actual to budget spend analysis commentary (IT/HR/Recruiting etc.) to assist with managing corporate spend.
• Train and mentor staff, ensure process documentation for accounting thresholds/adjustments and new GAAP standards is shared with the business.
• Prepare team training sessions at least bi-annually to develop the team.
• Continue to identify areas for improvement.
• Integrate new business acquisitions and initiate new projects as needed.
• Monitor emerging US GAAP standards or practices which may impact operations and reporting.
• Assist with data gathering and implementation of GAAP standards to be adopted.
• Review Financial results for efficiencies.
• Establish internal controls to minimize risk of payment errors, duplicate payments or fraud.
• Work with the GL accounting team to implement needed controls.
• Review vendor spend (top 10) and customer spend/aging analysis periodically.
• Perform assessment of ability to consolidate vendors to improve cost management periodically.
• Review of customer contracts to ensure consistent application of revenue recognition policies in accordance with US GAAP (ASC 606) as needed.
• Review audit support prepared by team prior to providing to external auditors (audit/tax) to ensure appropriateness.
• Review and finalize any required accounting memos on policies prior to providing to auditors.
• Prepare complex audit schedules as needed.
• Support local statutory audit needs as required.
• Point person to manage PBC requests and follow up on any audit issues identified.
• Ensure full compliance with local statutory accounting and reporting requirements.
• Provide oversight for the preparation, review, and submission of statutory financial statements in accordance with local GAAP and regulatory timelines.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for the local accounting & tax partners.
• Assist with strategic initiatives of the business as needed (system implementations, integrations, acquisitions, etc.).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum concentration in accounting or finance; Accounting Designation preferred (CPA).
• Experience of managing multiple legal entities within EMEA.
• A minimum of 12+ years relevant experience.
• Or equivalent combination of education, professional training, and experience that provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.

Requirements

• Computerised Ledger System experience (e.g. Infor).
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong MS Office literacy e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Proven critical thinking, analytical, interpretative and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented professional with ability to handle complex reporting while meeting company deadlines, sometimes with short turnaround times and competing priorities.
• Ability to process and analyse large volumes of qualitative and quantitative information.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial regulations, and accounting best practices, including a knowledge of US and international accounting standards.
• Meaningful experience partnering with executive leadership.
• Proficient English language skills to communicate effectively with local teams, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills, and an ability to build credibility with external and internal stakeholders.
• Work experience from a Pharma Services organization or Clinical Research Organization preferred.
• Professional that thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced, high growth environment.
• Willingness to extend yourself and assist/mentor other more junior team members.
• Ability to function well in a team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with a track record of developing teams and fostering strong cross-functional relationships.

Benefits

• Supportive and collaborative environment which promotes work-life balance.
• Encouragement of team development.
• Appreciation for employee contributions every single day.