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United Therapeutics

Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting

United Therapeutics, Silver Spring, Maryland, United States, 20900


United Therapeutics Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting Silver Spring, Maryland Apply Now

The job details are as follows:What We DoWe build on the strength of our research and development expertise and a distinctive, entrepreneurial culture that encourages diversity, innovation, creativity, sustainability, and, simply, fun. Since inception, our mission has been to find a cure for pulmonary arterial hypertension and other life-threatening diseases.How you’ll contributeThe Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting role plays an integral part in the accounting function within the Finance department. The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls and company policy as they accurately and independently prepare and post journal entries and prepare monthly account reconciliations.Review operational accounting transactions, prepare journal entries and reconcile balance sheet accounts.Review financial posting activity to determine whether appropriate for financial classifications/disclosures, and post-reclassification journal entries as needed.Analyze variances and annual trends to determine explanations for internal reporting to senior management and for external auditor support.Support SEC filing with the preparation of select schedules for quarterly financial reporting (10-Q and annual 10-K).Review new and amended agreements to ensure the agreements are evaluated and accounted for under GAAP requirements.Provide financial support for external and internal audits and directly interact with all auditors.Maintain and adhere to policies and procedures for assigned functional areas.Participate in cross-training of functions with other members of Finance.Perform all other duties as assigned.For this role you will needBachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field AND on track to obtain your CPA.At least 2 years of experience in a public accounting firm working with large public companies OR at least 2 years experience working for a large for-profit organization.Fosters a collaborative and open environment for team members to learn and grow.Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, specifically in Excel.Experience with an ERP system (preferably SAP).Experience with SEC filings and GAAP.Analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills.Demonstrates organizational skills, effective time management skills, and can effectively communicate across all levels of an organization.Ability to work both independently and as a team player.Ability to report and present information.Ability to flex and adapt in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.Capable of successfully handling various and sundry tasks.Preferred QualificationsCertified Public Accountant (CPA).At United Therapeutics, you’ll realize quickly that it is not an ordinary place to work! When you join our company, you will learn, grow, contribute, have fun, and be challenged... all while making a difference in the lives of our patients.United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities.

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