Accountant

Mothership; New York (NY); Remote; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mothership is seeking an Accountant for a short-term remote position within a leading pharmaceutical company. This role involves complex accounting tasks, supporting general ledger processes, and requires expertise in U.S. GAAP and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Excel required.
• Experience with financial software applications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Review general ledger details for adjustments and reclassifications.
• Analyze financial data and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley controls.

Skills

U.S. GAAP

Communication

Excel

Education

Bachelors degree in Accounting

CPA designation

Tools

SAP

BPC

Analytics for Office (AFO)

Blackline

Job description

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Position: Accountant

Pay Rate: up to $45.00/hour DOE

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST

Location: Remote

Duration: 3 months to begin

Job Overview:

Mothership's client, a leading pharmaceutical company, is seeking a skilled Accountant for a short-term, remote position. This role involves performing moderate to highly complex accounting tasks, supporting the monthly general ledger close process, and analyzing financial data. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), strong communication skills, and experience with financial software applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations with moderate to high complexity.
• Review general ledger details and expense run rates to identify adjustments and reclassifications.
• Apply U.S. GAAP knowledge and company policies to address moderate to complex accounting issues.
• Oversee and coordinate assigned accounting tasks and processes.
• Participate in the monthly general ledger close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting schedules.
• Analyze financial data to interpret past performance and project future financial outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors by providing requested documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley controls.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Document and monitor system controls, procedures, and forms.
• Communicate effectively with other departments to ensure accurate and timely transaction recording.
• Provide support for ad hoc tasks within General Ledger, Indirect Tax, North America Compensation, and Lease Accounting Teams.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting (strongly preferred) or a related field.
• CPA designation preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of related accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Excel (required).
• Experience with financial accounting software applications such as SAP, BPC, Analytics for Office (AFO), and Blackline (a plus).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
  
  

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Mothership is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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