Accounting Manager
Part-Time
Contract
Remote

POSITION SUMMARY:  The person will backfill 50% of the Senior Accounting Manager’s duties during the ERP implementation. The position will support all the accounting functions for North America, including monthly close, footnote preparation, inter-company transactions, general ledger integrity, financial systems integrity, and compliance with GAAP and SOX requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Complete the month-end close process in an accurate and timely manner
• Accountable for SOX compliance for US accounting function
• Coordinate and complete the US quarterly and year-end audit; collaborate with and support the UK team with the global audit
• Support 10K preparation  - footnote and memo preparation as needed
• Manage AR accounting, banking and reconciliation
• Review monthly and quarterly revenue reports and analysis
• Manage GL accounting and banking
• Maintain required accounting documentation in support of relevant legal, regulatory, and audit requirements
• Calculate and file sales & use tax returns.  Work with the outside tax advisors to complete US federal and state tax returns
• Regular attendance and timeliness is essential

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• 7 - 10 years of progressively responsible accounting experience, preferably in the medical devices, pharmaceutical, or biotech industries.   CPA preferred
• Strong analytical and technical accounting skills; expert Excel skills
• Prior supervisory experience
• Strong communication skills – regular interaction with CFO and operational executives
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines (fast-paced environment) with extraordinary attention to detail
• Proven ability to work with multiple remote locations and work cross culturally
• Prior experience with a publicly-traded company a plus
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills
• Solid work ethic, ability to manage change, and a “can do” attitude a must