Senior Accounting Analyst

Flourish Research; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee referral program

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Flourish Research is seeking a Senior Accounting Analyst to join our remote finance team. This role focuses on GAAP-compliant close processes, journal entries, reconciliations, and budgeting support for clinical research projects.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of accounting experience, strong Excel skills, NetSuite proficiency, and the ability to interact with project managers and staff. We offer a competitive benefits package and a flexible, remote-friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in clinical research or related healthcare setting.
• Strong background in accounting and financial reconciliations.
• Experience with NetSuite and Office 365; proficient in Excel.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze financial data and support audits.
• Flexible, multitasker, and independent thinker.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review monthly closings, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Track project budgets and expenditures with audit documentation.
• Collaborate with project managers and clinical staff to analyze financial data.
• Improve financial systems and procedures to strengthen internal controls.
• Review AP month-end entries for GAAP compliance.
• Account for year-end/month-end accruals.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and transaction records.
• Participate in audits and regulatory reviews.
• Provide financial decision feedback to management.
• Represent Flourish Research professionally with staff, clients, vendors.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Clinical trial reporting

Accounting & reconciliations

Communication skills

Multitasking

Independent thinking

Audits and compliance

Financial analysis

Problem solving

Financial reporting

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

NetSuite

Office 365

Excel

Job description

About Us:

Flourish Research is where clinical trials thrive.Flourish Research is one of the industry’s most progressive and diversified clinical trial organizations, with strong capabilities across cardiology, metabolic disorders, renal, oncology, CNS, pulmonology, and vaccine research. At Flourish Research, we strive toward excellence. In clinical trials and healthcare, excellence means everyone deserves the best care, regardless of their race, color, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, physical abilities, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We embrace employees, customers, and patients from these underrepresented groups to help make this vision a reality. Flourish is committed to a safe work environment where all employees, customers, and patients are included, and treated with dignity and respect. The more diversity we have in our team, the more unique perspectives, and ideas we share, and the better prepared we are to serve our communities. WESEEYOU. WE ARE YOU. WE EMBRACE YOU. WE CELEBRATE YOU!

Flourish Research is looking for motivated, talented, creative individuals who want to learn and grow in their careers while contributing to research that changes lives! We offer an excellent comprehensive benefits package, a supportive and collaborative work environment, and endless growth opportunities.

About the Job:

We are actively hiring a Senior Accounting Analyst. This is a remote position.
Shift: Monday-Friday day shift (40 hours per week)
Location: Remote- United States
FLSA Classification: Exempt

Compensation: $63,000 - $70,000 per year (based on experience)

PURPOSE: The Senior Accounting Analyst is responsible for analyzing and interpreting financial data to assist management in making strategic decisions. This role will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of accounting practices. Some knowledge of clinical trial reporting is a plus but not required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

A. Prepare, assist, and review monthly closing activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations. These include but are not limited to prepaids, accrued expenses, goodwill amortizations, accounts receivable reconciliation, payroll accruals, etc.

B. Support the tracking of project budgets and expenditures, providing necessary documentation for audits and tax compliance.

C. Collaborate with project managers and clinical staff to gather and analyze financial data related to ongoing projects.

D. Develops and recommends improvements to financial management systems and accounting procedures for efficiency, to conform with generally accepted accounting principles, and strengthen internal control.

E. Review and reconcile AP Specialist month end entries to ensure they are recorded correctly in accordance with GAAP.

F. Analyzes, monitors, and accounts for invoices that need to be accrued at the end of the fiscal year/month.

G. Assist with bank reconciliations and maintain accurate records of financial transactions.

H. Participates in all financial audits, audits of financial statements, & compliance audits.

I. Provide feedback regarding financial decisions that will benefit the organization.

J. Represent Flourish Research in a professional and courteous manner (verbal, written, and in appearance) when interacting with all staff, clients, and vendors.

K. Additional duties assigned by management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

A. Work is performed in a remote office setting.

B. Travel may be required up to 15%.

C. Daily computer use.

D. Ability to sit/stand for extended periods of time.

E. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

F. Occasional evening and weekend work schedules.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in clinical research or related healthcare setting.

Knowledge and Skills:

A. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

B. Knowledge of clinical trial reporting is a plus but not required.

C. Must have a strong background in accounting and financial reconciliations.

D. Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.

E. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

F. Proficient in NetSuite and Office 365 products.

G. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

H. Strong problem solving, risk assessment, and impact analysis abilities.

I. Demonstrated experience in process improvement.

J. Flexible and able to multi-task and prioritize competing demands.

K. Ability to think independently and influence when appropriate.

Health, dental, and vision insurance plans, 401(k) with a 100% employer match on the first 4% of employee contributions, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, employee referral program, employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, and a generous PTO plan covering vacation, sick, personal days and 8 paid holidays.

Flourish Research is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, sex, (including pregnancy and gender identity), citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law. Flourish Research complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for handicapped and disabled employees.