Manager, Accounting (Inventory)

ZipRecruiter; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rare disease pharmacy seeks a dedicated Manager of Accounting in Pittsburgh, PA. This full-time position involves overseeing all accounting functions and managing a team to ensure compliance with financial regulations. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in accounting and leadership within the healthcare sector.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401K with employer matching

Life insurance and disability coverage

Generous paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in business accounting or financial role.
• Experience supervising accounting staff for 2-3 years.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting functions and maintain accurate financial records.
• Oversee inventory accounting and month-end close processes.
• Lead and develop accounting staff through coaching and performance evaluations.

Skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Team Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

7,000 Diseases - 500 Treatments - 1 Rare Pharmacy

PANTHERx is the nation’s largest rare disease pharmacy, and we put the patient experience at the top of everything that we do.

If you are looking for a career in the healthcare field that embraces authentic dedication to patient care, you don’t need to look beyond PANTHERx. In every line of service, in every position and area of expertise, PANTHERx associates are driven to provide the highest quality outcomes for our patients.

We are seeking team members who:

Are inspired and compassionate problem solvers;

Produce high quality work;

Thrive in the excitement of the ever-challenging environment of modern medicine; and

Are committed to achieving superior health outcomes for people living with rare and devastating diseases.

At PANTHERx, we know our employees are the driving force in what we do. We cultivate talent and encourage growth within PANTHERx so that our associates can continue to explore their interests and expand their careers. Guided by our mission to provide uncompromising quality every day, we continue our strategic growth to further reach those affected by rare diseases.

Join the PANTHERx team, and define your own RxARE future in healthcare!

Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Hybrid)

Classification: Exempt

Status: Full-Time

Reports to: Director, Accounting

Purpose

The Manager, Accounting is responsible for managing daily accounting functions, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring compliance with healthcare and pharmacy-related financial regulations. The role requires a solid understanding of pharmacy operations, including inventory accounting, cost of goods sold (COGS) and a strong knowledge of GAAP. This role manages the performance of the Staff Accountants, AP, and the Accounting Clerk team.

Responsibilities

• Reviews or prepares and enters assigned journal entries at month-end or as needed, focusing on accuracy.
• Prepares and maintains assigned account reconciliations, reviewing for accuracy and necessity.
• Oversees all aspects of inventory accounting, including month-end close processes, review associated journal entries, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Monitors and reconciles inventory transactions and inventory GL accounts across multiple locations or systems.
• Calculates optimal order quantities that align with contract DOH minimums using historical data and forecasts for multiple dispensing locations.
• Collaborates with the Program Managers and Senior Leadership on new drug launches to ensure sufficient inventory levels are maintained throughout launch phases.
• Utilizes historical data to identify opportunities and coordinates with Program Management’s Senior Leadership Team to execute.
• Leads, mentors, and develops accounting staff through ongoing coaching, performance evaluations and career development planning.
• Fosters a collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement and process efficiency. Prepares monthly invoices for assigned key accounts and ensures all Staff Accountant complete invoices in a timely manner.
• Compiles monthly reports as requested for operational needs and growth purposes.
• Other responsibilities and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in business accounting or financial role with progressively increasing responsibility.

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge within a mail order or specialty pharmacy.
• Public Accounting experience, Big 4 or equivalent.
• Minium 2-3 years of experience supervising accounting staff.

Work Environment

This position operates in a home or professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and fax machines.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands and fingers, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Visual acuity is necessary for tasks such as reading, observing surroundings, or working with various forms of data. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits

Hybrid, remote and flexible on-site work schedules are available, based on the position. PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy also affords an excellent benefit package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, health savings and flexible spending accounts, 401K with employer matching, employer-paid life insurance and short/long term disability coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program! Generous paid time off is also available to all full-time employees, as well as limited paid time off for part-time employees. Of course we offer paid holidays too!

Equal Opportunity

PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotions or any term or condition of employment based on , , , , , , , disability, protected veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.