Accountant
Location: Yardley, PA
Effective Date: Jan 8, 2010
Department: Finance
Title of Supervisor: Financial Controller
Basic Function:
The essential job function is to support the Financial Controller by assisting in maintaining the general ledger in accordance with US GAAP, complying and executing certain financial controls and assisting with financial reporting for Eurand Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (EPI) and its subsidiaries.
Major Responsibilities:
- Assist with monthly financial closing procedures in order to report monthly results to corporate finance within reporting deadlines.
- Responsible for monthly financial closing procedure of one subsidiary.
- Interact with shared services for accounts payable, expense claim processing, fixed assets and payroll.
- Assist in maintaining standard costing systems and provide analysis on variances and comparisons with affiliate’s costs as needed.
- Perform certain general ledger reconciliations on a daily and monthly basis.
- Assist in the preparation of financial forecasts and reports as needed.
- Ensure that the integrity of EPI’s financial system is maintained at all times.
- Review and process E-requisition in accordance with purchasing policy.
- Maintain grant database for all grants given to recipients in accordance with grant policies.
- Assist with special projects undertaken by the finance department.
Knowledge and Experience:
Amount and Type of Education and Training
- BA in Accounting or Finance
- CPA preferred
- 3+ years experience in finance in industry or public accounting with experience in the pharmaceutical industry being preferred
- Knowledge of US GAAP and computerized financial control systems
Physical Requirements:
- Physical Demands
Moderate use of hands/wrists when typing data into computer. Must be able to twist, reach overhead, and bend to the floor. - Visual Ability
Visual accommodation necessary for reading written instructions and computer screen. - Hearing Ability
Must be able to receive phone calls. - Working Conditions
Works in a clean environment with little exposure to fumes, dust, etc.
Scope of Contacts, Degree of Control, and Degree of Interpersonal Skills Required:
- Incumbent interfaces with all internal departments, division and corporate management and outside agencies.
- Incumbent exhibits high degree of independence, receiving minimal supervision. Has an ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
- High degree of oral and written communication skills and discretion and confidentiality required to work on sensitive and confidential matters.
- Must be pro-active in anticipating needs of a dynamic business, and conduct activities with a “sense of urgency”.
To apply for this job, contact Eurand at careers@eurand.com