Job Description

Location: Germantown, MD
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant Associate to join our dynamic team. The Accountant Associate will play a crucial role in overseeing the financial operations of the company, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and providing strategic financial guidance to support the company’s growth and profitability. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance within the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, with a deep understanding of CDMO operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounting:

• Handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.
• Execute month-end and year-end closings.
• Conduct regular bank and intercompany reconciliations.

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.

Financial Planning:

• Develop and manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Provide strategic financial analysis to support business decisions.

Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, company policies, and regulations.
• Assist in audit preparation and tax compliance.

Cost and Cash Management:

• Monitor and analyze cost structures for efficiency improvements.
• Oversee cash flow and working capital.

Strategic Guidance:

• Provide financial insights and recommendations for strategic planning.
• Participate in mergers and acquisitions, capital investments, and business development.

Process Improvement:

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial operations.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Manage relationships with banks and capital markets.
• Support company audits and reporting needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management, with a focus on the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy.
• Effective communication skills and teamwork ability.
• Bilingual required (Mandarin and English).
• Experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry with knowledge of CDMO operations is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

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