Accountant Associate

This position is with Recordati Rare Diseases, Inc. (RRD), North America, an affiliate of Recordati.Recordati Rare Diseases, Inc. (RRD) develops high-impact therapies for devastating rare diseases, focusing on providing often overlooked treatments to underserved communities in the U.S. Our mission is to mitigate the impact of rare diseases through increased awareness, improved diagnoses, and enhanced treatment availability, covering endocrinology, metabolic, and oncology franchises. RRD is dedicated to excellence, fostering a dynamic work environment that promotes professional growth and a significant impact on patients' lives.Reporting StructureReports To: Accounting ManagerDirect Reports: NoneAreas Managed: Cash, Intercompany, Payroll, SalesOverviewUndersupervision ofthe Accounting Manager, the accountant will be an integral part of the Accounting and Finance team supporting the month end close procedures with specific responsibility for Sales, Payroll, Cash and Intercompany for four entities across US and Canada. Additionally, the Accountant will assist with accounts payable support and month-end accrual support. This role will have interaction across multiple functions within the organization as well as with the global controlling team. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAccounting & Month End Close Support• Responsible for validating and recording monthly sales transactions and invoicing customers• Record sales receipts, inclusive of chargebacks and other fees• Responsible for calculation and invoicing of royalty income and royalty expenses• Tracking of monthly Medicaid payments and preparation of Medicaid accrual analysis• Partner with external payroll provider to obtain month-end payroll entries, review for appropriate accounting treatment and record entries• Record intercompany transactions, partner with global counterparts to ensure alignment on transactions prior to booking• Prepare and reconcile intercompany balances between related parties at month end• Prepare applicable account balance detailed forms for corporate reporting package• Assist with recording all cash transactions across 3 entities, ensuring appropriate accounting treatment is applied• Assist in Pharmacovigilance reporting ofsales/units data• Support annual audit by gathering requested documentation• Adhoc analyses as requiredEducation and Experience• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting• 2-5 years’ experience in an Accounting function• CPA preferred• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, knowledge of IFRS a plus• Experience working within an international organization, partnering across multiple locations and time zones and with multiple currencies• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, SAP, Hyperion, and Concur• Pharmaceutical industry experience a plus• Demonstrated ability to deliver quality results within a fast-paced, dynamic environmentKnowledge and Skills• Highly motivated, innovative and driven, with a “can do” mindset• Excellent computer skills. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including ability to run analyses using pivot tables and V-lookups• Accurate with an attention to detail• Excellent organizational and problem solving skills• Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines• Personal and professional integrity are essential• Goal-oriented, with ability to plan for the long-term and execute• Strong communication and interpersonal skills• Ability to liaise cross-functionally and build consensus• Resourcefulness; ability to make things happen within a small-business environmentCompetencies and Attributes• Behaves in an honest, fair and ethical manner.• Pursuesself-development.• Communicates in a clear, concise and convincing manner. Listens effectively.• May be called on to assist in developing new members of the company.• Responsible for tactical implementation of pre-defined programs and projects.• Solves issues of moderate complexity.• Works independently on issues where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of different factors.• Monitors expenditures.Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Based upon job requirements, employee may be required at times to attend meetings including travel out of state over weekends and nights. Employee must be able to freely operate and travel by car and train/plane modes of transportation. Employee is required to have a valid driver’s license and means of transportation.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. The employee must be able to travel domestically and internationally, as business needs require. This position is primarily sedentary. The employee may occasionally move throughout office, meeting, or event locations and regularly operate a computer, telephone, and other office productivity equipment. The employee must be able to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Occasionally, the employee may be required to move or transport items weighing up to 25 pounds, with or without accommodations.Location• This position is based in office five days a week at RRD’s Headquarters in Bridgewater, NJ• Minimal travel required.FLSA Classification• This position is considered Exempt.EEO StatementIt is the policy of Recordati Rare Diseases to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Further, Recordati Rare Diseases will not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Recordati Rare Diseases will provide reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with disabilities.DisclaimerThis job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required.#LI-DV1