Accountant/Financial Analyst

New position in the biotech industry, located in Westchester County, NY. Due to recent successes with new drug development this company is seeking an accountant/analyst to work with the grant area of the accounting department. This person will have the opportunity to set up policies and procedures, establish controls and become an integral part of the finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants be challenged and grow.

Position Responsibility:

• Prepare company-wide quarterly budget to actual flux reports and monthly management reports.
• Assist Research Program Management with preparation of budgets and reforecast associated with research & development collaborations.
• Compilation of budgets for National Institute of Health (NIH) research grants and grant proposals.
• Monitor actual expenses to budgeted expense
• Preparation of annual grant status reports and other grant-related financial reports as required.
• Assist Director of Finance in preparing annual company-wide budgets and periodic reforecast (a minimum of five times per year) for executive management and our board of directors.
• Internal Controls: Responsible for ensuring that (i) properly operating internal controls exist and are adhered to in functional areas under this position's purview and (ii) associated internal control documentation is prepared and/or updated on a timely basis. Internal control documentation includes standard operating procedures, narratives and flowcharts.
• Coordinate external audit of government grant accounting.
• Various special projects, as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years public and/or private accounting.
• Prior experience with government research grants is a plus.
• Ambitious, energetic individual, ability to think creatively and independently, and proactively propose solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and attention to detail are a necessity.
• Experience with ERP financial applications is required (Oracle financial applications, specifically, is a plus).
• Proficiency with Word and advanced Excel skills are also mandatory.
  
  COMPANY WILL NOT RELOCATE, ONLY LOCAL CANDIDATES NEED APPLY!

To apply for this position please submit your resume to: jobs@powerfinancialsearch.com

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