Senior Accountant

Evotec•Princeton, NJ

23h

About The Position

We’re looking for a passionate and curious Senior Accountant to join our team. If you’re excited by new challenges, solving complex problems, and learning every step of the way, you might just be the perfect fit. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to drive impactful projects, collaborate with bright minds, and explore uncharted territories. As a Senior Accountant at Evotec, you'll have the freedom to ask the hard questions, think outside the box, and find creative solutions that push us forward. It’s a role where your curiosity will fuel both your personal growth and the success of the team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Related Field
4-6 years of relevant experience
Solid foundation of accounting, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and current financial issues
Working knowledge and understanding of IFRS
Strong analytical, problem solving, organizational, and decision-making skills
Proven ability to multi-task in a high volume, deadline driven environment, complete tasks in a timely manner, and follow-up on resolution of outstanding issues.
Ability to communicate financial information clearly and concisely and build strong relationships through use of excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge and use of different ERP systems and Consolidation Software (SAP, IFS, Oracle, JDE, Hyperion, One Stream, etc), Microsoft Office applications, and very strong excel skills

Responsibilities

Prepare and review balance sheet account reconciliations and ensure that reconciling items are resolved timely.
Identify ways to streamline and improve upon the reconciliation process.
Processing and controlling of fixed assets and CIP.
Purchase through activation and all month end analysis and bank/cash reconciliations
Support month- end closing process including month-end accruals, journal entries, prepaid expenses
Gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system
Monthly Financial Enrichments Account GL Movements (One Stream – Consolidation)
Working with A/P staff as needed on full cycle processing (Monthly Logistics and Weekly Expense management Entries)
Intercompany transactions
Execute and review period-end close procedures.
Provide technical accounting expertise and direction to business unit management teams during close cycle
Direct interface and main point of contact for business unit management teams assisting to collaborate on projects and resolve business challenges
Provide direct support during the interim and year-end external financial statement audit to fulfill all audit requests timely and act as a liaison with external auditors.
Assist with development of accounting support staff to achieve desired objectives of overall group.
Implement and maintain controls and procedures to ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls