Interim Senior Accountant - Life Sciences, Strategic Resources

BDO USA, P.C. • Boston, MA

6d • $40 - $70

About The Position

This role supports clients with a variety of accounting and finance tasks. The Senior Accountant may serve in capacities such as Accounting Manager, Controller, or Project Manager, and manage multiple client stakeholders. The work includes preparing accounting reports, overseeing period-end close processes, performing due diligence, supporting SEC reporting, participating in ad hoc projects, and resolving complex accounting matters, including helping clients implement new accounting pronouncements such as ASC 606 and ASC 842. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; accounting focus preferred.
• Five or more years of related experience required.
• Experience working with public, private, or private equity companies required.
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, or SAP required.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook required.
• Technical skills commensurate with experience.
• Professionalism under pressure.
• Ability to contribute as a team member, share knowledge, and ask for help.
• Ability to learn quickly and work ethically and effectively.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with customers at all levels and internal personnel.
• Commitment to continually improving interpersonal, management, functional, and technical skills.

Nice To Haves

• Focus in Accounting for the bachelor’s degree.
• Professional services industry experience.
• Public accounting experience.
• Advanced-level MS Excel experience.
• CPA certification.
• Ability to travel a minimum of 50%.

Responsibilities

• Serve in various capacities for clients, including Accounting Manager, Controller, or Project Manager.
• Manage multiple client stakeholders simultaneously.
• Prepare miscellaneous accounting reports.
• Participate in ad hoc projects.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing.
• Perform due diligence procedures for clients.
• Assist clients with SEC reporting.
• Resolve complex accounting issues and assist clients with implementing new accounting pronouncements, including ASC 606 and ASC 842.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• BDO ESOP, providing participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership.
• Comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings; eligibility requirements may apply.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior