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Description

Are you ready to embark on your accounting journey in a fast-paced and innovative industry? Our client, a rapidly growing biotech organization, is seeking a Junior Accountant to join their team. In this role, you will play an integral part in supporting accounting operations, ensuring accuracy in financial records, and assisting with the day-to-day tasks that drive the financial success of the company. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about accounting and looking to grow their expertise in a dynamic and science-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Process invoices, reconcile vendor accounts, and follow up on outstanding collections to maintain cash flow.

+ Perform journal entries and assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.

+ Reconcile bank accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

+ Review and record employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies and accurate account coding.

+ Assist in preparing standard financial reports, such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

+ Provide support for audits and regulatory filings by maintaining accurate financial records and documentation.

+ Help identify ways to streamline accounting processes, leveraging technology where possible.

+ Work closely with senior accountants, finance teams, and other departments to support company initiatives.

Requirements

+ 1+ years of accounting experience (internships or post-graduate roles).

+ Experience within the biotech or science-driven industries is a plus but not required.

+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. Progress toward CPA certification is a bonus.

+ Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle).

+ Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including experience with formulas, VLOOKUPS, and pivot tables.

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

+ Attention to detail to ensure the accuracy of financial records.

+ Effective communication skills to interact with team members and external stakeholders.

+ Familiarity with GAAP and fundamental accounting principles.

+ Knowledge of regulatory requirements often encountered in the biotech industry, such as grant or research funding compliance, is a plus.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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