Senior Accountant - Biotech

Location: Cambridge, MA
Work Arrangement: Hybrid, 3 days onsite per week
Compensation: $90,000–$110,000 Base + Bonus

Company Description

TrovaTal is partnering with a growing Biotech in Cambridge, MA, seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join its accounting and finance team. This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional with a combination of public accounting and private industry experience who enjoys a hands-on role in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Assistant Controller, the Senior Accountant will play an integral role in the company's financial close, reporting, and general accounting functions. The position will work closely with R&D, Clinical Operations, and other internal departments to ensure accurate accounting and financial reporting across the organization.

This position offers a hybrid schedule with three days per week onsite in Cambridge.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and manage accruals related to research, clinical, and operational activities, including CRO's, vendors, and interdepartmental expenses.
• Partner closely with R&D, Clinical Operations, and other departments to ensure accurate expense recognition and accrual estimates.
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and ensure compliance with US GAAP.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, financial schedules, and variance analyses.
• Assist with external audits, including preparation of supporting documentation and financial schedules.
• Support accounting for prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and other general ledger activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiencies.
• Participate in special projects and additional accounting initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a combination of public accounting and private industry experience.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including US GAAP, accrual accounting, and financial reporting.
• Experience with month-end close, general ledger reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with accounting/ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
• Experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industries a plus.
• CPA or progress toward certification preferred.

Compensation

• Base Salary: $90,000–$110,000
• Bonus: Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Schedule: Hybrid, 3 days onsite per week in Cambridge, MA

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