LHH Recruitment Solutions is hiring: Accounting Consultant - Biotech/Clinical Tr

LHH is assisting our biotechnology client in their search for a fully remote Accounting Consultant for a long term engagement. Strong experience in the biotech industry as well as clinical trial accounting are must haves!

The Accounting Consultant will assist with the clinical trials accruals processes and work closely with Clinical Operations, FP&A and other members of the teams. You will leverage your existing accounting skills and knowledge to support the current growth in our clinical trial landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare month-end clinical accruals analysis, including review of CRO reports, patient costs and sites accruals ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies.

• Prepare corresponding monthly journal entries and related supporting documentation.

• Support the team preparing the monthly accounts reconciliations (clinical prepaids/accrued expenses).

• Conduct variance analysis and provide insights into financial performance, highlighting key trends and potential risks.

• Review contracts and amendments to analyze/determine impact on clinical accruals.

• Work cross functionally with Clin Operations and FP&A and other various business owners.

• Assist with providing necessary documentation and explanations related to R&D accounting for the annual audit to our external auditors.

• Support the implementation of a new accounting software for clinical trials.

• Provide support, as needs arise, for special projects, system improvements, or ad-hoc financial requests.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting with at least 5 years Biotech experience, specifically clinical trial accounting required.

• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, SOX controls and financial close and reporting process.

• Experience with NetSuite and Coupa is preferred.

• Highly proficient in Microsoft office suite.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

Pay Details: $65.00 to $75.00 per hour

Search managed by: Julie Rizzetta

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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