Accounting Manager

DescriptionOur client, a growing biotech company, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead key accounting functions and support a fast-pacedenvironment. This role will be responsible for overseeing the month-end close process, managing inventory accounting, and ensuring compliance with ASC 842 and ASC 606. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable partnering cross-functionally with finance, operations, and leadership teams.Key Responsibilities· Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting· Oversee general ledger activity, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation· Manage inventory accounting, including valuation, reserves, cost analysis, and reconciliation of inventory balances· Ensure proper revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606· Oversee lease accounting and compliance with ASC 842· Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures· Partner with operations, supply chain, and FP& A teams to support inventory tracking and financial reporting· Assist with external audits, technical accounting research, and implementation of new accounting standards· Review and analyze financial results, identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for process improvement· Support system enhancements and automation initiatives to improve accounting efficiencyRequirementsQualifications· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field· CPA preferred· 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, with management experience preferred but not required. Will consider a strong Sr. Accountant with upside potential · Biotech, life sciences, pharmaceutical, or other inventory-based industry experience strongly preferred but not required · Strong experience with month-end close· Deep knowledge of inventory accounting preferred.· Proven experience with ASC 842 lease accounting and ASC 606 revenue recognition· Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal controls· Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills. NetSuite a plus · Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and thrive in a dynamic growth environmentJob typePerm