Manager Accounting

The Manager Accounting - Biopharma is a critical leadership role within the Finance Department, combining strategic oversight with operational execution. This position is responsible for providing accounting support for the commercialization of ongoing and future R&D business cases. The Manager of Accounting (Biopharma) reports to and supports the Senior Director Accounting in providing financial strategy and analysis. The role demands a balance between strategic leadership and hands-on involvement in daily accounting activities.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

• Must maintain operational compliance with US and international regulatory agencies and guidelines (i.e. FDA, DEA, EU, HC, TGA, PIC/S, ISO, USP, NRC, cGMP, etc.).
• Manage the intercompany accounting processes across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with accounting standards.
• Review vendor contracts to ensure accurate accounting treatment, proper documentation, and adherence to company policies.
• Oversee accounting for foreign currency transactions, including rate updates, remeasurement, translation and analysis of currency fluctuations.
• Review and support accounting for R&D projects, ensuring accurate reporting, capitalization considerations where applicable, and adherence to GAAP/IFRS standards.
• Demonstrate motivation to expand analytics capabilities, including developing proficiency in Power BI for reporting and visualization.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; Master's degree preferred.
• CPA or Chartered Accountant highly desired.
• Strong understanding of GAAP with IFRS knowledge a plus.
• Minimum 12+ years in financial role, business development, or accounting role.
• Demonstrated capacity to handle diverse number of projects simultaneously.
• Strong ability to collaborate with international and cross-functional teams.
• Independent, inquisitive and a self-starter.
• Public accounting experience preferred.

Working Conditions:

• This position will work in typical office conditions with extensive time using computer equipment.
• Must possess good hand-eye coordination; close attention to detail required.
• Willingness to work in a team-based environment.
• Willingness to travel to and work in manufacturing facilities.
• May be required to sit or stand for long periods of 8+ hours a day while performing duties.
• Willingness to complete safety training within allotted timeframes.
• The position deals with many deadlines. Due to the short turnaround time of deadlines and limited time, overtime is sometimes required.