<p>Company Information</p> <p>At Advarra, we are passionate about making a difference in the world of clinical research and advancing human health. With a rich history rooted in ethical review services combined with innovative technology solutions and deep industry expertise, we are at the forefront of industry change. A market leader and pioneer, Advarra breaks the silos that impede clinical research, aligning patients, sites, sponsors, and CROs in a connected ecosystem to accelerate trials.</p> <p>Company Culture</p> <p>Our employees are the heart of Advarra. They are the key to our success and the driving force behind our mission and vision. Our values (Patient-Centric, Ethical, Quality Focused, Collaborative) guide our actions and decisions. Knowing the impact of our work on trial participants and patients, we act with urgency and purpose to advance clinical research so that people can live happier, healthier lives.</p> <p>At Advarra, we seek to foster an inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone is treated with respect and diverse perspectives are embraced. Treating one another, our clients, and clinical trial participants with empathy and care are key tenets of our culture at Advarra; we are committed to creating a workplace where each employee is not only valued but empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact.</p> <p>Job Overview Summary</p> <p>This position is responsible for all financial and fiscal management aspects of company operations while also overseeing accounting support staff and team operations.</p> <p>Job Duties & Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Manage team workflow, communicating priorities and addressing team's day-to-day challenges </li><li>Prepare and/or review appropriate ledger entries and reconciliations </li><li>Oversee and manage monthly close process </li><li>Collaborate with FP&A on monthly reporting, key financial metrics and budget against actual analysis </li><li>Assist with the budgeting/forecasting process as directed </li><li>Assist with the year-end audit and preparation of related schedules </li><li>Maintain appropriate internal control safeguards </li><li>Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as requested </li><li>Coach, train and mentor staff </li><li>Other duties as assigned </li></ul> <p>Location</p> <p>This role is open to candidates working hybrid in Columbia, MD or Wellesley, MA</p> <p>Basic Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance </li><li>5+ years progressive accounting experience </li><li>Thorough knowledge of U.S GAAP </li><li>Must have intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>CPA and public accounting experience preferred </li><li>Ability to manage conflicting demands, projects and priorities </li><li>Interacts professionally with managers, peers and clients, providing excellent customer service </li><li>High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations </li><li>Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness </li><li>Ability to follow instructions and work independently as required; plan, organize, schedule and complete work within deadlines </li><li>Demonstrates consistency and dependability in attendance, quantity and quality of work </li></ul> <p>Physical and Mental Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Sit or stand for extended periods of time at stationary workstation </li><li>Regularly carry, raise, and lower objects of up to 10 Lbs. </li><li>Learn and comprehend basic instructions </li><li>Focus and attention to tasks and responsibilities </li><li>Verbal communication; listening and understanding, responding, and speaking </li></ul> <p>Advarra is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability or genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Advarra provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of these protected characteristics. Further, Advarra takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated without regard to any of these protected characteristics in all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and separation from employment.</p> <p>The base salary range for this role is $82,000 - $139,500. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience and may vary from the amounts listed above. This position may also be eligible for a variable bonus in addition to base salary as well as health coverage, paid holidays, and other benefits.</p>