Associate Director, Accounting

<p></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Precision for Medicine is a Clinical Research Organisation. Precision’s uniquely integrated offering enables the science of precision medicine by combining novel clinical trial designs, industry-leading operational and medical experts, advanced biomarker and data analytics solutions, and an unequivocal real passion for rare diseases and oncology, in addition to working across other therapeutic areas.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">As our company continues we grow we are seeking an Associate Director, Accounting to join our growing team.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">In this role you will own general ledger accounting processes for all P&amp;L/BS accounts, ensure accounting policies are documented and training materials maintained. You will have ownership of both Treasury and AP functions in addition to General ledger accounting for multiple business units, for multiple legal entities.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Review JE's prepared by the Accounting Manager/Senior accountant as needed. Prepare complex GL entries as required.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Review AP spend and cash flow forecasts to ensure reasonable and cash flow needs are appropriate. Approve AP invoices for processing and may assist with cash management ACH/wire submission/approvals as needed.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Review balance sheet account reconciliations for SGA costs across multiple business units including Payroll liabilities, ROU asset/depreciation, Fixed assets/depreciation, intercompany reconciliations, insurance, prepaids etc. May prepare complex account reconciliations as needed.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Finalize corporate SGA budgets and forecasts on a consolidated basis and determine accurate allocation method to various business units for management review. Provide corporate departments with actual to budget spend analysis commentary (IT/HR/Recruiting etc.) to assist with managing corporate spend.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Train and mentor staff, ensure process documentation for accounting thresholds/adjustments and new GAAP standards is shared with the business to ensure accurate accounting and understanding of financial reporting. Prepare team training sessions at least bi-annually to develop the team. Continue to identify areas for improvement. Integrate new business acquisitions and initiate new projects as needed. Monitor emerging US GAAP standards or practices which may impact operations and reporting. Assist with data gathering and implementation of GAAP standards to be adopted.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Review Financial results for efficiencies - Establish internal controls to minimize risk of payment errors, duplicate payments or fraud and work with the GL accounting team to implement needed controls.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Review vendor spend (top 10) and customer spend/aging analysis periodically. Perform assessment of ability to consolidate vendors to improve cost management periodically.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Review of customer contracts to ensure consistent application of revenue recognition policies in accordance with US GAAP (ASC 606) as needed.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Review audit support prepared by team prior to providing to external auditors (audit/tax) to ensure appropriate to meet their request. Review and finalize any required accounting memos on policies prior to providing to auditors. Prepare complex audit schedules as needed. Support local statutory audit needs as required. Point person to manage PBC requests and follow up on any audit issues identified.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ensure full compliance with local statutory accounting and reporting requirements. Provide oversight for the preparation, review, and submission of statutory financial statements in accordance with local GAAP and regulatory timelines.</span><br><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Serve as a primary point of contact for the local accounting &amp; tax partners.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Assist with strategic initiatives of the business as needed (system implementations, integrations, acquisitions etc.)</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>The ideal candidate will have:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Minimum Education &amp; Experience: </strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Bachelor’s degree with a minimum concentration accounting or finance; Accounting Designation preferred (CPA)</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience of managing multiple legal entities within EMEA</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">A minimum of 12+ years relevant experience</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Or equivalent combination of education, professional training and experience that provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.</li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Preferred Education &amp; Experience (optional):</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Computerised Ledger System experience (e.g. Infor)</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong MS Office literacy e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Proven critical thinking, analytical, interpretative and problem-solving skills</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Detail-oriented professional with ability to handle complex reporting while meeting company deadlines, sometimes with short turnaround times and competing priorities.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to process and analyse large volumes of qualitative and quantitative information</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial regulations, and accounting best practices, including a knowledge of US and international accounting standards.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Meaningful experience partnering with executive leadership</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Proficient English language skills to communicate effectively with local teams, auditors, and regulatory authorities</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills, and an ability to build credibility with external and internal stakeholders</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Work experience from a Pharma Services organization or Clinical Research Organization preferred</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Professional that thrives in a dynamic, past pace, high growth environment</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Willingness to extend yourself and assist/mentor other more junior team members. Ability to function well in team oriented environment</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with a track record of developing teams and fostering strong cross-functional relationships.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Precision for Medicine's uniquely integrated offering enables the science of precision medicine by combining novel clinical trial designs, industry-leading operational and medical authorities, advanced biomarker and data analytics solutions, and an unequivocal real passion for rare diseases and oncology.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We are a people focussed CRO with a supportive and collaborative environment which promotes work life balance and encourages team development.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We invite you to learn more about our growing organization serving our clients that are researching ground-breaking cancer therapies. 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