Background

Accumulus Synergy is a nonprofit trade association working on behalf of industry to address the global need for digital transformation. To help solve for this need, Accumulus is developing a transformative data exchange platform to enable enhanced collaboration and efficiency between life sciences organizations and health authorities worldwide. The Accumulus Platform aims to improve efficiencies in the regulatory process by leveraging advanced technology, including data science and AI, as well as tools for secure data exchange to improve patient safety, help reduce the cost of innovation, and ultimately bring patients safe and effective medicines faster. Accumulus is working with key stakeholders in the life sciences - regulatory ecosystem to build and sustain a platform that aims to meet regulatory, cybersecurity, and privacy requirements spanning clinical, safety, chemistry and manufacturing, and regulatory exchanges and submissions. Accumulus Synergy sponsors include Amgen, Astellas, AstraZeneca, Bristol Myers Squibb, GSK, Johnson & Johnson, Lilly, Merck, Pfizer, Roche, Sanofi, and Takeda.

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Finance & Accounting Analyst to join our dynamic team. In this hybrid role combining both accounting and financial analysis activities, you will manage scaled-up accounting processes and support the Head of Finance with financial analysis. As a key member of our finance team, you'll monitor departmental budgets, maintain forecasting models, and assist in budget and cost processes, as well as support accounting operations. If you're detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to contribute to our strategic projects, we invite you to apply and be part of our growing success.The position, reporting to the Head of Finance, offers opportunity for exposure to staff and senior leadership across the organization as well as learning world class finance initiatives

Responsibilities

Accounting

• Support accounting administration, including vendor administration, purchase orders (POs), Statements of Work (SOW) change orders, reconciliations, and input of non-accounting data used in accounting reports.
• Assist in the monthly accounting close process, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.

FP&A and Reporting

• Take ownership of the monthly departmental budget dashboards, providing insights into budget variances and trends.
• Maintain forecast models to aid in financial planning and decision-making.
• Assist in budgeting and cost analysis processes to optimize resource allocation.

Systems

• Interact with staff to ensure internal customers effectively utilize various financial platforms.
• Maintain and analyze financial system-generated reports to identify areas for improvement and efficiency.
• Assist in assessing, developing, implementing, and maintaining various systems that may be evaluated to enhance financial operations.

Compliance

• Engage in assigned quality, policies, and procedures support, ensuring compliance with company policies and guidelines.
• Maintain recurring third-party external reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Support communication from the finance department to various stakeholders.

Strategic

• Collaborate with the Head of Finance on strategic projects, including the annual financial audit, revenue recognition, and the annual & mid-cycle budget process.
• Conduct cost and pricing analysis for SaaS services.
• Assist in trade association program grant applications to support growth initiatives.
• Support Head of Finance with capital markets outreach, decks, and models.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in finance and/or accounting roles.
• Proficiency in accounting principles and financial analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and financial modeling.
• Experience with financial systems and ERP software is a plus (e.g., Xero, Quickbooks, NetSuite, etc.).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Proven ability to communicate with and interface cross functionally with all levels of staff/management and different technical backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate in a team environment.

Benefits

While we hope the Accumulus mission is what really attracts you, we also have a lot to offer. Organizations are built by great people, and to attract great people you need to offer a great employee experience. Accumulus can provide:

• Very competitive compensation w/ bonus plan. We must compete with big names in tech & pharma for top talent and compensate accordingly.
• 401(k) matching, immediately vested
• A full benefits package: multiple health plans, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
• 100% remote work. Accumulus is a fully remote organization, and we intend to remain so
• Experienced leadership to mentor you. We have drawn successful leaders from the biopharma industry with a deep understanding of regulatory affairs and combined them with similarly successful leaders in SaaS product development. Learning opportunities abound.

Unsolicited Contact Policy

Please note that we do not consider resumes submitted by unsolicited third-party recruitment firms. Additionally, we kindly request that candidates refrain from sending unsolicited resumes or making unsolicited phone calls directly to Accumulus employees. To be considered for any open positions, please utilize our online job application system. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.

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