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Description

Job Title:

Staff Accountant

Department:

Finance

Version Date:  

10 April 2026

Exempt

BASIC SUMMARY: 

Perform and support core accounting functions, including financial transactions, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Execute day-to- day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.
• Communicate with vendors, customers, and PharPoint staff on issues or queries.
• Support and actively contribute to monthly, quarterly and annual close activities.
• Comply with all corporate policies and adhere to all GCP guidelines.
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile transactions.
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures.
• Provide input into department's goal setting process.
• Develop, document, and maintain accounting processes and policies to strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance
• Contribute to strong internal and external client relationships through positive interactions.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
• Experience: 3 years in accounting or financial discipline, preferably in a contract research organization.  

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficient with accounting software (e.g., Sage Intacct, QuickBooks) and Excel.
• Certification/Licensure: Professional certification preferred (i.e., certified public accountant, chartered accountant).
• Other: Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to understand both written and verbal communication, type/work at a computer, and sit for up to 90% of the workday.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

1. General office working conditions, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Comments:

• Must have a valid driver's license with no limitations on driving availability.

SIGNATURE:

I have reviewed this job description and understand the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of this position.

SIGNATURE

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Employee:

All employees are required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their position. The essential duties and responsibilities listed above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
• Experience: 3 years in accounting or financial discipline, preferably in a contract research organization. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficient with accounting software (e.g., Sage Intacct, QuickBooks) and Excel.
• Certification/Licensure: Professional certification preferred (i.e., certified public accountant, chartered accountant).
• Other: Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to understand both written and verbal communication, type/work at a computer, and sit for up to 90% of the workday.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• General office working conditions, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

COMMENTS:

• Must have a valid driver's license with no limitations on driving availability.