<p>Robert Half is assisting a client in the biotech industry in hiring a highly meticulous and experienced Accountant to join their growing team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in ensuring accurate preparation of financial records, compliance with accounting standards, and support for company operations in one of the most forward-thinking and innovative industries today. If you are detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to work in an industry driving groundbreaking advancements in science, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage daily accounting activities, including accounts payable and accounts receivable processing.</li><li>Prepare, analyze, and reconcile financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and organizational policies </li><li>Perform month-end and year-end closing, prepare journal entries, and reconcile general ledger accounts.</li><li>Help manage fixed asset tracking, depreciation, and financial reporting.</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and expense analysis to support decision-making.</li><li>Collaborate with team members on financial audits and compliance reporting per biotech industry standards.</li><li>Ensure accurate and compliant tax reporting, including sales tax and tax filings, in collaboration with tax advisors.</li><li>Partner with project teams to develop financial models and track research and development (R& D) costs.</li><li>Monitor expenses and ensure they align with available budgets and grant funding where applicable.</li><li>Support the implementation of financial systems, software, and best practices for a biotech-focused organization.</li></ul><p><br></p>

<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CPA certification is a plus.</li><li>2-5 years of professional accounting experience; prior experience in a biotech or scientific research environment is highly desirable.</li><li>Strong proficiency in accounting software such as SAP, NetSuite, or QuickBooks.</li><li>Solid understanding of GAAP and biotech accounting principles, including familiarity with federal grant requirements (e.g., NIH or SBIR grant compliance).</li><li>Proficiency using Microsoft Excel at an advanced level (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP).</li><li>Excellent organizational and time management skills, with strong attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to work and communicate effectively with cross-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul>

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