[Hiring] Senior Staff Accountant @Paradigm Health

Role Description

The Senior Staff Accountant is a hands-on, detail-driven role responsible for the integrity of Paradigm Health's financial records and the execution of core accounting and revenue recognition processes. We're looking for someone with a strong background in the Contract Research Organization (CRO) or pharmaceutical industry who can step directly into the complexity of clinical trial revenue. Reporting to the VP, Financial Operations, this individual will own day-to-day revenue recognition operations in the NetSuite Advanced Revenue Management (ARM) module, ensure compliance with ASC 606 across complex, multi-element clinical trial contracts, manage complex clinical trial milestones, and serve as the primary point of contact for planning and managing the year-end financial statement audit with Paradigm's independent audit firm. This is an individual-contributor role that requires someone comfortable rolling up their sleeves, working directly in the general ledger, and taking ownership of outcomes rather than delegating them.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA license required.
• 5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in the CRO, biotech, or pharmaceutical sectors.
• Advanced, hands-on experience with NetSuite is required, including direct, hands-on experience with the NetSuite Advanced Revenue Management (ARM) module.
• Deep understanding of ASC 606 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers) applied within life sciences or service-contract frameworks, including milestone payments, pass-through costs, and upfront fees.
• Experience using RAMP or a comparable spend management/accounts payable automation platform.
• Direct experience supporting or managing a year-end financial statement audit with an independent audit firm.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with strong analytical skills and the ability to reconcile large datasets across various systems and ERPs.
• Comfort operating in a hands-on, individual-contributor capacity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and explain accounting concepts clearly to non-accountants.
• Prior experience in life sciences, clinical research, healthcare services, or another services-based business with complex, multi-element revenue arrangements.
• Experience operating in a scaling or high-growth environment with evolving systems and processes.

Requirements

• NetSuite ARM Ownership: Manage and execute revenue recognition configurations, rules, and arrangements within the NetSuite Advanced Revenue Management (ARM) module.
• ASC 606 Application: Apply revenue recognition standards to complex, multi-element contracts common in CRO and pharma environments.
• Contract Review: Analyze customer contracts and work orders to determine appropriate accounting treatment and revenue schedules.
• Tracking Metrics: Monitor project progress, units of service, and investigator fees.
• Journal Entries: Prepare and post month-end journal entries for deferred revenue, accrued revenue, and unbilled receivables.
• Reconciliations: Reconcile complex balance sheet accounts.
• Flux Analysis: Perform monthly variance analysis on revenue and cost of goods sold (COGS) lines.
• AR & Billing: Own all accounts receivable, billing, and collections analysis.
• AP & Vendor payments: Own all accounts payable workflow using RAMP.
• Audit Support: Prepare audit-ready schedules and documentation for external auditors.
• Support the design, documentation, and ongoing operation of internal controls over financial reporting.
• System Optimization: Partner with NetSuite administrators and third-party partners to enhance the ARM module.
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate with various departments to track contract modifications and project timelines.
• Take on ad hoc accounting projects and process improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals.
• Encouragement for candidates from all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.
• Employment decisions based on job-related factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications.