Senior Accounting Manager

Azenta US, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in life sciences, Azenta US, Inc. seeks a Senior Accounting Manager to manage accounting activities of its Sample Management Solutions segment in Indianapolis. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, CPA qualification and experience in ensuring compliance with US GAAP in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include overseeing month-end closures, managing financial reports, and collaborating with internal teams for efficient processes.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting concepts under US GAAP.
• Experience working at a global company in a SOX compliant environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee accounting processes for US entities of Sample Management Solutions.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and oversee monthly closing of financial accounts.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure financial data integrity.

Skills

Accounting principles

Problem solving

Communication

Project Management

Education

CPA preferred

Master's degree in accounting, finance or MBA

Tools

Accounting software applications

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Oracle Cloud ERP

OneStream

Job description

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Senior Accounting Manager

Apply locations US - Indianapolis, IN time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R20250105 Azenta Inc.

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.

All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity

Job Title

Senior Accounting Manager

Job Description

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.

Azenta Life Sciences is aglobal leader in the life sciences space with headquarters in Burlington, MA, and offices and operations worldwide. We area market leader in automated bio sample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development, clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally. We provide unparalleled capabilities with our lab analysis, sample management and storage services, informatics software, and consumables, with the largest installed base managing over 1 billion samples globally.

How You’ll Add Value…

We are seeking a results-driven and experienced Senior Accounting Manager to join our team. The Senior Accounting Manager will report to Global Controller for Sample Management Solutions. You will manage accounting activities for the assigned business segment ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, corporate policies, and external audits. This role will have oversight of accounting matters of the assigned operating company and will be responsible for monthly closing of financial accounts, and preparation of reports in support of the financial statements.

The ideal candidate possesses leadership capabilities, a solid operational and technical accounting background, and works proactively to drive results. This person is a self-starter, flexible, has a high level of integrity, and is action and goal-oriented in a fast-paced, team-oriented, collaborative environment.

What You’ll Do…

• Lead and oversee accounting processes for the US entities of Sample Management Solutions Operating Company.
• Lead month-end closing activities related to the operating company, including account reconciliations.
• Ensure proper classification of services costs related to revenue, warranties & concessions.
• Review P&L and Balance Sheet financial statements ensure proper accrual for any missing costs / transactions, true up any reserves etc and ensure robust accrual process and procedure to comply with US GAAP.
• Participate in the ongoing development and establishment of accounting policies and procedures and operational strategies, including the review and implementation of process and system changes
• Ensure execution of control procedures as per the policies, review any control gaps, apply judgement and advise / consult with Finance leadership at both operating company & corporate.
• Review Balance Sheet for responsible entities, complete Flux, provide commentary and explanation on balance changes.
• Liaise with GPO owners on matters relating to Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Accounts Receivable, Cost Accounting and other general accounting.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data and overall Balance sheet items responsible for.
• Coordinate with Corporate accounting on matters relating to general accounting, chart of accounts management.
• Provide coaching / guidance to assigned team members leading to high performance.

What you will Bring…

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
• Master's degree in accounting, finance or an MBA a plus
• 7+ years or progressive experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of accounting concepts under US GAAP.
• Roll-up your sleeves approach and ability to problem solve
• Experience with accounting software applications, ERP systems and Microsoft Office suite required. Knowledge of the Oracle Cloud ERP and OneStream is a plus
• Strong process focus & improvement mindset; Six Sigma and/or Lean trained; strong project management skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to multi-task in complex and dynamic environments
• Experience working at a global company in a SOX compliant environment.

Working Conditions/ Schedule

• Hybrid - Indianapolis (aligned to company policy 4 days in office)
• Occasional travel may be required (not expected to be more than 10%)

EOE M/F/Disabled/VET

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at [e-mail] for assistance.

Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

About Us

Azenta is a market leader in automated bio sample management solutions and multiomics services across areas such as drug development, clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally.

We provide unparalleled capabilities with our lab analysis, sample management and storage services, informatics software, and consumables, with the largest installed base managing over 1 billion samples globally.

As a global leader in R&D multiomics services, Azenta Life Sciences, leads the way in providing superior data quality with unparalleled technical support to enable researchers around the world to advance their scientific discoveries faster than ever before.