Senior Accounting Analyst
Flourish Research
Summary
The Senior Accounting Analyst is responsible for analyzing and interpreting financial data to assist management in making strategic decisions. This role will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of accounting practices. Some knowledge of clinical trial reporting is a plus but not required.
Job description
Purpose
The Senior Accounting Analyst is responsible for analyzing and interpreting financial data to assist management in making strategic decisions. This role will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records in accordance with GAAP. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of accounting practices. Some knowledge of clinical trial reporting is a plus but not required.
Essential Job Functions
- Prepare, assist, and review monthly closing activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations. These include but are not limited to prepaids, accrued expenses, goodwill amortizations, accounts receivable reconciliation, payroll accruals, etc.
- Support the tracking of project budgets and expenditures, providing necessary documentation for audits and tax compliance.
- Collaborate with project managers and clinical staff to gather and analyze financial data related to ongoing projects.
- Develops and recommends improvements to financial management systems and accounting procedures for efficiency, to conform with generally accepted accounting principles, and strengthen internal control.
- Review and reconcile AP Specialist month end entries to ensure they are recorded correctly in accordance with GAAP.
- Analyzes, monitors, and accounts for invoices that need to be accrued at the end of the fiscal year/month.
- Assist with bank reconciliations and maintain accurate records of financial transactions.
- Participates in all financial audits, audits of financial statements, & compliance audits.
- Provide feedback regarding financial decisions that will benefit the organization.
- Represent Flourish Research in a professional and courteous manner (verbal, written, and in appearance) when interacting with all staff, clients, and vendors.
- Additional duties assigned by management.
Physical Requirements and/or Environmental Factors
- Work is performed in a remote office setting.
- Travel may be required up to 15%.
- Daily computer use.
- Ability to sit/stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Occasional evening and weekend work schedules.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in clinical research or related healthcare setting
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Knowledge of clinical trial reporting is a plus but not required
- Must have a strong background in accounting and financial reconciliations
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficient in NetSuite and Office 365 products
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong problem solving, risk assessment, and impact analysis abilities
- Demonstrated experience in process improvement
- Flexible and able to multi-task and prioritize competing demands
- Ability to think independently and influence when appropriate
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Parental leave
- Employee referral program
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
Company overview
Flourish Research is a leading multi-site clinical trial organization with a national footprint across the United States. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Apex, North Carolina, the company operates as a fully integrated clinical trial organization that acquires and operates best-in-class research sites. With over 20 locations nationwide, Flourish Research specializes in three main therapeutic areas: Neuroscience (including Alzheimer's disease research), Infectious Diseases (with significant contributions to COVID-19 vaccine development), and Cardiovascular/Metabolic/Kidney disorders. The company provides comprehensive clinical trial services from Phase I to Phase IV studies, featuring early-phase inpatient units, AI-assisted patient recruitment, and site start-up support. Flourish Research is recognized for its commitment to patient diversity, high retention rates, and quality data delivery, having completed over 5,500 successful trials with 400,000 potential participants. The organization emphasizes physician-led research models and maintains strategic partnerships with pharmaceutical and biotech sponsors to accelerate the development of innovative treatments for unmet medical needs.