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We are looking for an Accounting Director to join a growing pharmaceutical organization in Parsippany, New Jersey. This position offers the opportunity to lead core accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and support accurate reporting in a dynamic, development-stage environment. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership experience, deep technical accounting knowledge, and a background in publicly traded life sciences companies.
Job Responsibility
Lead and develop a small accounting team, providing direction, coaching, and oversight across daily and month-end activities
Oversee the full period-end close cycle to deliver timely, accurate, and well-supported financial results
Review general ledger activity, reconciliations, and journal entries to maintain the integrity of financial records
Establish, refine, and implement accounting policies and operating procedures that support growth and strengthen internal controls
Partner with external auditors, banking contacts, and third-party service providers to meet reporting obligations and compliance requirements
Support financial statement audit activities by preparing documentation, resolving inquiries, and ensuring readiness for review
Manage accounting matters related to equity compensation programs and maintain compliance with applicable reporting standards
Collaborate with finance leadership on reporting processes and other accounting initiatives that enhance scalability and operational efficiency
Requirements
10+ years of combined public accounting and corporate accounting experience
Prior experience within a publicly traded pharmaceutical or life sciences company is required
Background supporting accounting operations for a development-stage drug or biotech organization
Demonstrated success leading month-end close, general ledger management, and account reconciliation processes
Strong knowledge of financial statement audits, journal entry review, and technical accounting compliance
Experience supervising and mentoring accounting staff in a fast-paced environment
Familiarity with stock-based compensation accounting and public company reporting expectations