Remote Research Accountant

ClinLab Solutions Group; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ClinLab Solutions Group is seeking a Research Accounting Specialist to maintain accurate financial records and support closing processes. You will perform reconciliations, analyze results, and contribute to process improvements across departments.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, 1–2+ years of experience, and strong Excel and GAAP knowledge. Prior NetSuite experience is a plus in a multi-entity environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1–2+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience in multi-entity or multi-location environments preferred.
• Public accounting experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-, quarter-, and year-end close activities with accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare and review journal entries for accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and revenue recognition.
• Conduct complex account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Analyze financial results, identify variances, and perform trend analyses.
• Manage intercompany transactions, settlements, and cash management assistance.
• Support audits with schedules and documentation per GAAP and internal controls.
• Identify process improvements and assist ERP enhancements and documentation.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

The Research Accounting Specialist is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial records, overseeing complex accounting activities, and supporting financial close processes. This role plays a key part in performing advanced reconciliations, preparing financial analyses, improving accounting processes, and providing guidance to accounting staff.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Prepare and review journal entries for accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, revenue recognition, and other complex transactions.
• Conduct and review complex account reconciliations, investigating discrepancies and maintaining supporting schedules for key accounts.
• Analyze financial results, identify variances, and perform detailed trend and variance analyses to support management decisions.
• Manage and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances, coordinate settlements, and assist with cash management activities.
• Support audit requests by preparing schedules and documentation, ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls.
• Identify and implement process improvements, assist with ERP system enhancements, and develop accounting procedures and documentation.
• Participate in special projects and strategic finance initiatives, collaborating effectively across departments.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 1-2+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience in multi-entity or multi-location accounting environments preferred.
• Public accounting experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.