Responsibilities

• Oversee financial accounting (accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger)
• Analyze and optimiz financial processes in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Assist with budget and forecast preparation
• Be responsible for all aspects of the general ledger, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and analyses of account balances
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, including the balance sheet, P&L and cash flow
• Identify and resolve any issues regarding customer accounts to reduce payment discrepancies and AR adjustments
• Perform reconciliations in a timely and accurate manner
• Assist with the annual external financial audit
• Research and review accounting transactions and document proper accounting treatment
• Drive process improvement efforts to streamline financial operations and reduce the monthly close time
• Identify areas of opportunity, improvement, or further analysis that will have a direct impact on company strategy
• Perform other duties and support junior staff as required

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in finance and accounting, preferably in the pharmaceutical or trading industry
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent experience
• Proficient in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
• CPA preferred