Operational Accounting Manager

• Location: Austin, Texas
• $120000 base salary
• Remote: Remote
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #1330
• Salary: $120,000 - $145,000

Title: Operational Accounting Manager

Industry: Biotech and Pharmaceuticals

Location: Remote – Hybrid

Overview: Pacific Executive Search has been engaged on a search for a Accounting Manager in the Austin, TX area within the Biotech and Pharmaceuticals industry. You would have the opportunity to work for a leading health care services company that is at the forefront of creating innovative employer-based health insurance plans. This role offers the chance to take on new responsibilities by assisting with all aspects of the accounting department, providing an accelerated learning experience in a dynamic and fast-growing business environment. Hybrid 4/1 schedule (Fridays Remote).

Description:
**Responsibilities**

• Ensure compliance with federal regulations by maintaining accurate general ledger, including intercompany transactions and charges
• Review transactions to ensure proper revenue recognition and allocation to the correct accounting period
• Record intercompany transactions in a timely manner
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for accurate and timely financial reporting
• Supervise accounting for various related entities, such as pharmacy, real estate, TPA, and administrative entities
• Manage month-end reconciliations and closing processes for assigned entities and consolidation
• Research and address technical accounting issues for consolidated entities and subsidiaries
• Act as a point of contact for external auditors regarding accounting processes and procedures
• Manage insurance reserves and reinsurance matters, collaborating with the risk management department
• Implement strategies to enhance efficiency through infrastructure improvements and process automation
• Establish and uphold internal controls
• Collaborate with AP to ensure accurate expense identification and allocation to appropriate accounts
• Enhance process efficiencies and serve as the Netsuite manager to improve accuracy and efficiency
• Work with the finance team to investigate discrepancies between actuals and budget/forecast
• Perform any additional duties as assigned

**Qualifications**

• At least 4 years of experience in healthcare accounting
• Demonstrated ability to manage general ledger and subledgers
• Experience in a start-up environment preferred
• Knowledge of Healthedge/VBA or similar health insurance software is a plus
• ERP System Admin Experience required, Netsuite experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required; MBA preferred
• Experience with a Big Four or large regional accounting firm highly preferred
• CPA license or pursuit of CPA license highly preferred
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting
• Ability to build cross-functional teams and effectively manage others with strong communication skills
• Deadline-oriented with a desire to learn and expand skill set
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail