Accountant III

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking an Accountant III for a contract position with a Global Life Sciences Company located in Carlsbad, CA. This is a 9+ month contract opportunity. This position will support the Group Accounting team by providing accounting and financial reporting support across Finance, Group Accounting, Tax, and Cost Accounting. Working closely with the Senior Accountant and business partners, this role contributes to accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and continuous process improvements through daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual activities. Responsibilities: Support the review and administration of Capital Authorization Requests (CARs) by validating supporting documentation, monitoring approvals, and maintaining related accounting records Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, fluctuation analyses, and other supporting schedules Assist with Group Accounting reporting activities by monitoring legal entity submissions, validating financial data, and researching reporting issues Maintain global intercompany transfer pricing data and perform periodic transfer price audits, researching discrepancies and supporting the resolution of intercompany accounting issues Analyze general ledger activity and large data sets using ERP systems, Excel, and Power Query to support account reconciliations, reporting requests, and financial analyses Support internal and external audits, accounting integration activities, process improvement initiatives, and other special projects Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance At least 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience at a large public international corporation or at least 3 years at a public accounting firm Must be proficient in Excel Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced matrixed environment and work cross-functionally Must possess self-motivation, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude Ability to take on multiple ad hoc projects and complete them timely and accurately Ability to work independently and as a member of a cross-functional team Desired skills: Experience in SAP and/or E1 and/or COGNOS Pay range: up to $40.00 per hour Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today! Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery. Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include: Medical Dental Vision Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) Our team stays close to the process and is here to guide you every step of the way. To learn more, please visit our website ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.