Staff Accountant, Finance

APOTEX•Weston, FL

About The Position

About Apotex Inc. Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for millions of people worldwide, with a broad portfolio of generic, biosimilar, innovative branded pharmaceuticals and consumer health products. Headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices globally, including in the United States, Mexico and India, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions. For more information visit: www.apotex.com . Job Summary We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the daily financial operations of the company. This role is essential to maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate is hands-on, analytical, and capable of managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Strong accounting background with solid understanding of U.S. GAAP
Strong critical thinking skills and discipline to deliver complete and accurate results
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to interact and build relationships across all levels of the organization
Highly organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Solid technical aptitude, with intermediate or advanced proficiency MS Excel skills
2+ years of accounting experience required (public and/or private industry), which includes direct experience on general accounting including: reconciliations, monthly closing deadlines and account receivables
SAP or similar ERP systems required

Nice To Haves

Public accounting experience a plus

Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable (AR) Respond promptly to customer AR inquiries and resolve billing discrepancies
Send monthly AR aging statements and follow up on past-due invoices
Apply cash receipts and reconcile AR subledger to the GL
Maintain documentation for adjustments, credit memos, and customer accounts
General Accounting & Month-End Close Post daily bank transactions and prepare routine journal entries
Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals, amortizations, and reconciliations
Prepare reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts
Maintain detailed fixed asset, prepaid, and accrual schedules
Prepare and submit sales and use tax returns
Support financial reporting through variance analysis and organized workpapers
Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies
Banking & Cash Management Reconcile daily banking activity
Monitor cash flow impacts from upcoming AR and AP activity
Works in a safe manner collaborating as a team member to achieve all outcomes.
Demonstrate Behaviours that exhibit our organizational Values: Integrity, Courage, Teamwork, and Innovation.
Ensure personal adherence with all compliance programs including the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program, Global Quality policies and procedures, Safety and Environment policies, and HR policies.
All other relevant duties as assigned.

Benefits

At Apotex, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and accessible work environment, where all everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to succeed.
We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process.
If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.
The hiring range for this position is $72,284.85 to $101,198.79 USD per year.
The final agreed-upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.
We are looking for top talent.
If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final agreed-upon salary may be adjusted to reflect your individual qualifications.
The Apotex Total Rewards package goes beyond base salary.
Apotex offers bonus programs based on your position in the organization, you can excel based on our pay-for-performance philosophy.
With comprehensive benefits, a pension plan to help you save for retirement and learning and development opportunities, we provide a comprehensive package for your personal and professional development.