Accounting Manager

Novartis; East Hanover (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Job summary

Novartis US via Magnit Global offers a temporary Accounting Manager role in East Hanover, NJ, Hybrid (3 days onsite). The incumbent will manage general accounting, reporting, and controls while aligning with company policies.

Requires a BA in Accounting or related field, CPA preferred, and 7+ years’ accounting experience with audits. Compensation ranges from $65.02 to $74.00 per hour (W-2) and involves a 12-month contract with benefits via Magnit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline is required.
• CPA preferred; professional designation is an asset.
• Minimum 7 years of accounting experience is required.
• Experience with audits and financial reporting is essential.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the general accounting function and close processes.
• Develop and refine accounting policies and internal controls.
• Review finances to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Oversee contracts related to financial reporting.
• Lead budgeting/forecasting and provide analyses to leadership.
• Ensure accuracy and safeguarding of organizational assets.
• Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff.
• Prepare information for audits and external reporting.

Skills

MS Word/Excel/Access

Accounting software (D365/ADP)

Biotech experience a plus

Audit preparation

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related discipline

CPA preferred

7+ years accounting experience

Tools

Microsoft D365

Job description

:::This role is offered through [MSP/supplier/third party provider], who, if selected, will be your employer. If your services are retained, you will be assigned to provide services to Novartis as the end client. This is not an offer of employment with Novartis. If you are selected for this Temporary/External opportunity, you will not be an employee of Novartis and will not be eligible for any Novartis employee benefits or incentives. ::

Novartis touches the lives of a tenth of the world’s population. Every role here, regardless of contract type, makes an impact on human life!

Novartis US partners with external managed service provider Magnit Global to offer engaging temporary contractor opportunities like this, to those who are looking for flexibility in their career while looking to gain new skills and experiences providing services to an inclusive global medicines company.

Accounting Manager

The accounting manager’s goal is to fulfill revenue objectives and adhere to accounting and reporting policies. This includes reviewing and analyzing finances, ensuring compliance with regulations and refining reporting documentation. This is all performed all while verifying the integrity and accuracy of financial operations and safeguarding organizational assets. The accounting manager is also responsible for overseeing certain contracts as it relates to financial reporting, leading strategic planning for accounting policies and maintaining internal controls over financial transactions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Managing the general accounting function.
• Develops accounting organizational strategies by contributing accounting and financial information, analysis, and recommendations to strategic thinking and direction; establishing functional objectives in line with organizational objectives.
• Oversees the completion of ledger accounts and financial statements.
• Evaluates and makes appropriate improvements to internal accounting processes ensuring that practices are in line with the overall goals of the organization.
• Provides financial projections by coordinating budget/forecast preparation; collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial information; advising departments on the collection and analysis of data.
• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Leads and directs the work of others.
• Maintains sufficient funds by forecasting cash requirements and obligations.
• Accomplishes department and organization mission by completing related results as needed.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Access, Excel.
• Working knowledge of Accounting, Purchasing and Payroll software and systems such as Microsoft D365/ADP.
• Prior Biotech experience a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Prior experience preparing information for audits.
• Strong organization skills, flexibility and the ability to set priorities.
• Ability to prioritize and juggle concurrent demands.
• Work accurately with close attention to detail.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Minimum Education, Training, And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related discipline required.
• Designation of CPA preferred.
• At least 7+ years of experience in the field of accounting

Location: East Hanover, NJ (Hybrid/ 3 days onsite)

Pay Rate: $65.02 - $74.00 W-2 Only (based on Education/Experience)

Contract: 12-month

Health, dental, vision, 401k (provided minimum eligibility hours are met)

Why Novartis

Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?

EEO Statement

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Accommodation

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Magnit at [e-mail].