Sr. Accountant

Woodstock Sterile Solutions is driven to positively impact global healthcare by providing our partners the best quality solutions to their sterile development and commercial needs. We are a growing organization with a bright future, and we are looking for motivated and experienced team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits and a generous Paid Time Off package. This position will be scheduled to work Monday - Friday with remote capability up to two days per week once fully trained.

I. Position Overview:


The position is responsible for Accounting for the Woodstock, IL site. Responsibilities will include maintaining accurate financial records and reporting per GAAP/WSS SOP and support to the finance team in the areas of cash, accounts receivable, invoice generation, monthly spend analysis, audit support and other ad-hoc analysis/support.

II. Specific Duties, Activities, and Responsibilities:

The position will perform daily work assignments accurately and in a timely and safe manner. The position will have sound technical aptitude and perform multiple projects at a time.


Accounting/Closing
• Prepare assigned journal entries, including processing of interfaces, that ensure an accurate and timely close process per established timelines & procedures.
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations.
• Manage cash payments & bank reconciliations.
• Manage AR aging reporting and facilitate/assist with collection activities from customers.
• Manage Allowance for Doubtful Accounts reconciliation and quarterly calculation.
• Work with management to identify and implement process improvements where applicable.
• Assist with interim and year-end audit procedures.

Financial /Business Support
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial forecast for the site.
• Effectively interact with all levels of management, including executive staff
• Track KPIs and prepare related financial reports and analyses that provide meaningful insights into performance drivers.
• Support the development of cash flow statements for budgets, forecasts, and actual weekly reporting.
• Work with management to identify and implement ways to maximize cash flow.

Systems, Policies & Procedures
• Participate in annual review of internal controls and maintenance of proper internal control system.
• Maintain effectiveness of the Quality System components relevant to this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

III. Position Requirements:

Education or Equivalent:
• Bachelor's Degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Experience:
• 5 years' experience, preferably in manufacturing operations
• Pharmaceutical industry experience a plus

Knowledge/Skills Requirements:


Technical Requirements:
• Strong mathematical, accounting, finance, and analytical skills
• JDE experience a plus
• Sound knowledge and application of US GAAP and Revenue Recognition rules
• Ability to attend training and apply learning on work processes, regulatory guidelines, etc.
• Ability to proficiently use Excel, Word, and other office systems. Advanced Excel skills are strongly preferred.
• Ability to review data to ensure data is well organized with complete documentation.

Behavioral Requirements:
• Requires adaptability, analyzing, assessing, calculating, decision making, dependability, good judgment, reading, memorizing, social skills, speaking, stress control, writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow/retain detailed written and verbal instruction in an accurate, timely, safe, and professional manner with supervisor, group members, and other departments as necessary, in a professional and accurate manner.
• Ability to manage time effectively to complete assignments in expected time frame and independently seek out additional work when tasks are completed ahead of time.
• Ability to cooperate with coworkers within an organized team environment or work independently.
• Detail oriented with ability to work effectively under pressure while managing multiple deadlines. Strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude and ability to work with others.
• Ability to process a large volume of work.
• Ability to effectively carry out and implement change.
• Ability to make decisions which have moderate impact on work unit and site.
• Ability to see and hear, and to read and write clear English.


Physical Requirements:
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reading of written documents and use of computer monitor screen, reaching with hands and arms, talking, writing, listening.
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, carrying, grasping.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
• Must comply with EHS responsibilities for the position.

Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Woodstock Sterile Solutions is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Woodstock Sterile Solutions employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Woodstock Sterile Solutions. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.