Lead Accounting Manager

Job Title: Lead Accounting Manager (Remote)

Job Location: India

Job Location Type: Remote

Job Contract Type: Full-time

Job Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Accounting Manager - REMOTE. This role will be instrumental in managing core accounting activities and ensuring an accurate financial close process. The Accounting Manager will work closely with various teams to maintain scalable accounting practices that support the company's growth. This position is ideal for professionals who thrive in dynamic environments and excel at detail-oriented tasks while keeping the broader objectives in sight.

Accountabilities

• Own and execute key aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
• Ensure accurate accounting in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Support accounting for R&D and clinical trial activities
• Help design, document, and improve accounting processes
• Build strong working relationships with cross-functional teams
• Support external audits and reviews

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field (CPA preferred)
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in biotech or life sciences
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Experience with financial close processes and audits
• Exposure to R&D and clinical trial accounting preferred
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems like NetSuite

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation package including base salary and bonuses
• Access to employee stock option plan
• Robust benefits package including health coverage and retirement matching
• Unlimited paid time off

Why Apply Through Jobgether?We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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