Gross to Net Accounting Manager

SolomonEdwards; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity participation

Comprehensive benefits

Bonus potential

Job summary

SolomonEdwards is seeking a Manager or Senior Manager for Gross-to-Net & Cost Accounting in the Greater Philadelphia Area. The role focuses on GTN revenue accounting, inventory valuation, COGS, and financial controls while partnering with commercial and finance leadership. Equity and a 15% bonus accompany a 150k–190k salary range.

Ideal candidates have 5–8+ years in pharma/biotech accounting, strong GAAP knowledge, and a track record building scalable processes ahead of commercial expansion.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience in life sciences preferred.
• Strong GTN, cost and inventory accounting experience.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, ASC 606 and SOX controls.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement GTN revenue estimation models and reserves.
• Oversee rebates, chargebacks, distributions, prompt-pay discounts, and returns.
• Partner with commercial, market access, and finance teams on contracts.
• Manage monthly GTN reserves, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Maintain revenue recognition policies under ASC 606.
• Establish standard costing, inventory valuation, and COGS accounting.
• Collaborate with supply chain and logistics for costs.
• Support SOX controls, audits, and documentation.

Skills

GTN revenue accounting

Cost accounting

Inventory accounting

U.S. GAAP

ASC 606

SOX compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Manager or Senior Manager – Gross-to-Net & Cost Accounting

Location: Greater Philadelphia Area

Salary: 150k -190k + 15% bonus + equity

A growing life sciences organization is seeking a Manager or Senior Manager of Gross-toNet & Cost Accounting to join its finance and accounting team. This highly visible role

offers the opportunity to build and oversee critical accounting processes as the company

prepares for its next phase of commercial growth. The position will focus on gross-to-net

revenue accounting, inventory valuation, cost accounting, financial reporting, and internal

controls while partnering closely with commercial, operational, and finance leadership.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional with

pharmaceutical or biotech experience who enjoys building processes from the ground up,

working cross-functionally, and playing a key role in an organization's transition to

commercial operations.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement gross-to-net (GTN) revenue estimation models and reserve methodologies to support commercial operations
• Oversee accounting for rebates, chargebacks, distribution fees, prompt-pay discounts, patient assistance programs, and product returns
• Partner with commercial, market access, patient services, and finance teams to evaluate contractual arrangements and establish appropriate accounting assumptions
• Manage monthly GTN reserve calculations, reconciliations, true-ups, and variance analysis
• Develop and maintain revenue recognition policies in accordance with ASC 606 and applicable accounting standards
• Establish standard costing methodologies, inventory valuation processes, and cost of goods sold (COGS) accounting
• Collaborate with supply chain, manufacturing, and third-party logistics partners to accurately capture production, packaging, and distribution costs
• Monitor inventory activity, purchase price variances, manufacturing variances, and inventory reserves
• Support inventory counts, reconciliations, and related reporting across external manufacturing and distribution partners
• Prepare monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for revenue deductions, inventory, and cost accounting
• Develop and document internal controls and accounting procedures to support SOX compliance and financial reporting requirements
• Serve as a key resource for external auditors, including preparation of supporting documentation and technical accounting memoranda
• Partner with FP&A to support net revenue forecasting, COGS projections, budgeting, and financial planning initiatives
• Evaluate and implement accounting systems, reporting tools, and process improvements to support operational scalability
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to leadership regarding revenue trends, product costs, and operational performance

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within the pharmaceutical, biotech or broader life sciences industry
• Experience with gross-to-net revenue accounting, cost accounting, and/or inventory accounting
• Experience developing GTN estimation models and reserve methodologies strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, particularly ASC 606 and inventory accounting
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical revenue deductions, including rebates, chargebacks, distribution fees, and product returns
• Experience working with third‑party manufacturers, specialty distributors, logistics providers, or external accounting partners preferred
• Public accounting experience with a Big 4 or national accounting firm is a plus
• Equity participation opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits offering
• Full-time, direct hire opportunity
• Highly visible individual contributor role with direct exposure to finance leadership
• Opportunity to build and shape accounting processes ahead of commercial expansion

The specific compensation for this role will be determined based on the education, experience, location and skill set of the individual selected for this position.

SolomonEdwardsGroup, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status.

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