Senior Accountant

PCI Pharma Services; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PCI Pharma Services in San Diego, CA is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our finance team. You will maintain the general ledger, ensure GAAP compliance, and support month-end and year-end close processes for a multinational contract manufacturing organization.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and excellent analytical and communication abilities to partner with cross-functional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or complex operating environment.
• CPA certification is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP.
• Experience with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and financial analysis.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems; experience with large-scale ERP environments is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure compliance with accounting policies and applicable GAAP requirements.
• Perform, review and analyze a broad range of complex accounting activities in order to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Reconcile Balance Sheet Accounts
• Conduct regular ledger maintenance
• Analyze expenses to evaluate cost opportunities
• Evaluate current work flow to recommend changes to increase accuracy and efficiencies
• Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements
• Assist with External Financial Audit and follow up audit recommendations
• Establish and maintain records to document transactions
• Identify efficiencies and improvements in current accounting practices
• Foster a safe and environmentally sustainable workplace by ensuring compliance with all PCI EHS policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

General ledger

GAAP knowledge

Excel (Pivot tables)

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.

We are PCI.

Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The essential duties and responsibilities include the following, but other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure compliance with accounting policies and applicable GAAP requirements.
• Perform, review and analyze a broad range of complex accounting activities in order to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Reconcile Balance Sheet Accounts
• Conduct regular ledger maintenance
• Analyze expenses to evaluate cost opportunities
• Evaluate current work flow to recommend changes to increase accuracy and efficiencies
• Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements
• Assist with External Financial Audit and follow up audit recommendations
• Establish and maintain records to document transactions
• Identify efficiencies and improvements in current accounting practices
• Foster a safe and environmentally sustainable workplace by ensuring compliance with all PCI EHS policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

Special Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must be physically capable of performing the duties listed below with or without reasonable accommodation which may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While Performing The Duties The Employee Is

• Occasionally required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
• Occasionally stand for extended periods of time, up to four (4) hours/time.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 35 pounds
• Occasionally required to view objects at close and distant ranges with hand and eye coordination
• Frequently required to communicate with others

Note: For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the workday, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Work Environment:

• Employee will work with moderate noise level.
• Employee will perform tasks while experiencing numerous interruptions.
• Employee may travel by car and airplane to work at different locations and may occasionally be required to travel overnight.
• The work environment is fast-paced and demanding.
• This position has the utmost responsibility for compliance with the rules and regulations regarding a safe and healthy work environment relative to their actions and conduct.
• Off-shift, weekend and overtime duties may be required.

Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for the stated position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a corporate or complex operating environment.
• CPA certification is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP.
• Experience with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and financial analysis.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems; experience with large-scale ERP environments is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Public accounting or Big Four experience.
• CPA license or active CPA candidate.
• Experience in a manufacturing, life sciences, pharmaceutical, or other regulated industry.
• Experience with revenue recognition and complex accounting transactions.
• Strong business partnering skills and experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Join us and be part of building the bridge between life changing therapies and patients. Let’s talk future

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company’s purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity – at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.