Accounting Manager

Robert Half
Middlesex County, NJ

Job Title: Accounting Manager

Industry: Biotechnology

Salary: $125,000–$150,000

Job Summary

Our 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 efficiency

Qualifications

  • 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 environment

Preferred Attributes

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities
  • Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
  • Experience in a fast-growing or publicly traded environment is a plus

Compensation and Benefits

  • Base salary of $125,000–$150,000 plus bonus
  • Bonus potential, depending on company plan
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
  • Opportunity to join a mission-driven biotech company making a meaningful impact


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