Senior Accountant, General Ledger

BioSpace

Bloomington (IN)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K contribution

Paid parental leave

Tuition Assistance

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Referral Awards

Job summary

A leading company in the biopharmaceutical industry is seeking a Senior Accountant, General Ledger. This role is essential for maintaining financial integrity and accuracy, working closely with various departments. The position offers competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

Two years of relevant experience in accounting or finance required.
Public accounting experience preferred.
CPA or in-progress CPA is a plus.

Responsibilities

Responsible for full cycle of fixed asset transactions.
Ensure compliance with ASC842 lease accounting.
Assist in monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting Software

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About The Department

At Novo Nordisk, we want to make a difference. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on life-changing careers, and the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

Our Bloomington, Indiana site is a state-of-the-art facility where we have an integrated model from process and formulation to clinical and commercial biomanufacturing and drug product fill/finish and packaging. The Bloomington campus is a recognized facility where talented teams work with innovators to help develop, manufacture and supply products to patients around the world.

What We Offer You

Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
Tuition Assistance
Life & Disability Insurance
Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

The Senior Accountant, General Ledger is key to upholding the accuracy and integrity of our financial records Finance is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of our financial records and will contribute to the preparation of financial statements, reporting, and internal controls. It works closely with both the accounting team and other departments to provide insights and ensure that the company’s financial operations run efficiently. This position will serve as a mentor to Accountants.

Relationships

Reports to Manager.

Essential Functions

Closely work with project owners to track, compile, and record CIP costs in GL accounts; close out CIP accounts at the completion of the projects to Fixed Assets
Responsible for full cycle of fixed asset transactions including but not limited to capitalizations, retirements, depreciation and prepare PPE roll-forward
Understand ASC842 (lease accounting) to ensure compliance to the standard for lease accounting and related journal entries and reconciliations
Responsible for the general accounting function including but not limited to accruals, prepaid and amortizations. Complete assigned month-end journal entries and account reconciliations
Investigate and resolve problems associated with the processing of site invoices, GRNV and purchase orders with Financial Shared Services and Supply Chain
Ensures accuracy of accounting records in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), company policies and procedures
Assist in monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages
Assist in month-end reporting and ad hoc analysis
Provides support for internal and external audits and other accounting projects assigned by corporate or site finance management
Follow all safety and environmental requirements in the performance of duties
Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

100% work scheduled based on-site at Bloomington, Indiana facility.
Ability to sit at a desk

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field of study from an accredited university, required
Two (2) years of relevant experience in accounting or finance, required
Public accounting experience, preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software, required
ERP system experience, preferred
CPA or in-progress CPA, is a plus
Adaptability and continuous learning, required
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail, required
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with various teams, required
Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, required

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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