Cryoport is hiring: Accounting Manager in Ball Ground
Cryoport, Ball Ground, GA, United States, 30107
MVE Biological Solutions is the leading global manufacturer of vacuum insulated products and cryogenic systems. More than 50 years ago, they set the standard for storage of biological materials at low temperatures. Today, they continue to exceed these standards. Industries from around the world look to MVE for excellence and innovation. Their solutions empower industries to better utilize cryogenic technology. In this manner, MVE continues to make a vital contribution in today's biomedical life sciences industry.
MVE Biological Solutions is a major supplier to the life sciences industry of cryogenic solutions, providing freezers, dewars, related ancillary equipment and services used in the storage and transport of life sciences commodities, which include cell and gene therapies. Headquartered in Ball Ground, Georgia and with plants in New Prague, Minnesota and Chengdu, China and with over 226 dedicated employees, MVE serves over 300 customers.
Like Cryoport Systems, Cryogene and CRYOPDP, MVE operates as a separate
business unit of Cryoport, Inc.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Accounting Manager will provide in-office support and supervision to the department, oversight of month end close process, review and preparation of reconciliations.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to)
- Provide direct oversight of the MVE accounting team and manage the global accounting processes including general ledger, consolidation, technical accounting, financial reporting, treasury, tax support, company p-card oversight and monthly close processes
- Supervise and review month end closing activities, prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements and manage the travel and expense process
- Lead the preparation and coordination of the interim and year-end audit requests from the external auditors
- Ensure compliance with US GAAP and IFRS accounting policies and proper recognition of revenue. Provide overall technical accounting guidance and document accounting policy
- Identify process gaps and enhancements to improve timeliness and accuracy of financial reporting. Lead process improvements and improve areas of efficiency across the team
- Maintain and contribute to the improvement of an internal control environment that ensures SOX compliance
- Identify opportunities to improve utilization of financial accounting systems and automation opportunities
- Prepare ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting for senior management, and work closely with the FP&A team to deliver more robust financial analyses
- Provide technical guidance across the business including communication / clarification of new laws and regulations related to GAAP, IFRS, and Statutory reporting
- Work closely with management team, set standards and drive compliance across the entire organization
- Develop and execute a roadmap for implementing/improving processes and controls
- Ensure domestic and international compliance for the consolidated entity
- 5-7 years Accounting experience; mix of Big 4 Public Accounting experience and industry experience highly preferred
- Experience with JD Edwards Enterprise One or other major ERP systems such as, Oracle or SAP is required
- Strong knowledge of SOX compliance and Internal controls required
- CPA Preferred not required
- Proactive self-starter who enjoys a fast-paced environment and an ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet pressing deadlines
- Strong problem-solver with high attention to detail, and an ability to work autonomously
- Close attention to detail
- Proficiency in Word and Outlook. Intermediate to Advanced skill in Excel
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Team player with a strong work ethic
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Lift up to 15 pounds
- Sitting, standing, stooping, bending, other related tasks in an office setting