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Danforth Health · 2 days ago

Accounting Consultant

Boston, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$90K/yr - $110K/yr

5+ years exp

Danforth Health is a consulting firm specializing in finance and HR for life science companies. They are seeking an Accounting Consultant to provide various accounting services, support clients in financial processes, and ensure compliance with accounting standards.

Financial Services

Responsibilities

Review, analyze, and process General Accounting transactions

Prepare, record and post journal entries

AP/AR: Ensure high-quality and timely invoicing and collection procedures; organize records of invoices, bills and deposits; oversee purchasing and accounts payable files including processing invoices, handling vendor payments and inquiries,and preparing related correspondence

Support monthly close process

Administer payroll

Assist with audit preparation

Produce error-free accounting reports and analyze financial information and summarize financial status

Proactively identify and problem-solve accounting issues. Make recommendations for resolutions

Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures

Participate in financial standard implementations and forecasting process

Provide input into department’s goal setting process

Assist in financial statement preparation and support budget adjustments according to schedule

Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls

Ensure compliance with GAAP principles

Liaise with other accounting and finance personnel to improve financial procedures

Participate in other projects as deemed necessary by the client

Work closely with all levels of staff and vendors within the client organization

Qualification

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting5+ years accounting experienceQuickBooksExcelIntacctNetSuiteGreat PlainsEquity EdgeIFRS experienceLife Sciences industry experienceClient relationship skillsConsulting experienceCreative problem-solvingInterpersonal skills