Senior Accountant - Pharmaceutical at Pierre Fabre in Secaucus, NJ

Senior Accountant - Pharmaceutical Location: USA - Secaucus Your mission The Senior Accountant will play a pivotal role in supporting the Controller and Director of Cost Accounting across a range of accounting activities, ensuringaccuratefinancialoperationsand contributing to overall organizational efficiency. This position requires a proactive individual with strong accounting knowledge, excellent organizational skills, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset. The Senior Accountant willassistin overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end close activities, partnering with shared services and cross-functional teams to drive efficient andaccuratefinancial operations. Essential duties: Partner with the Accounting Manager/Controller to execute general accounting responsibilities, manage special projects, address complex accounting issues, and support new initiatives, while coordinating effectively with internal cross-functional teams and external stakeholders. Lead month-end close activities, including booking journal entries, preparing reconciliations, and updating internal and external reporting templates. Collaborate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Operations, and Accounting & Finance to ensure end-to-end oversight and documentation of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process and vendor management (e.g., contract review, management of accounts payable balances and reconciliations). Manage and report intercompany transactions, including purchase and sales orders. Support pharmaceutical inventory management and valuation reporting (e.g., master data maintenance, inventory purchase and sales reporting, and manufacturing P&L analysis). Partner with business teams on government pricing; manage rebates, ensuretimelypayments,  and oversee accruals and open customer receivableson a monthly basis. Support internal and external auditors during annual and tax audits. Assistin the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures. Mentor and train junior accounting staff, fostering professional development and growth. Provide regulatory and compliance support (e.g., government/regulatory declarations). Perform other accounting duties as requested by the business. Other duties as requested by the Business. Competencies: Knowledge of accounting processes, procedures, and internal controls. Proficiencyin accounting software and extensive skills in Microsoft Excel. Effective communication and interpersonal skills (written& verbal). Ability to succeed in a team environmentand work. Strong research,analyticaland problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities. Ability to adapt quickly and learn new tasks independently and manage competing priorities. Required Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree, in Business, Finance or Accounting, CPA designation preferred notrequired. Proven experience as an accountant with5+years in senior financial/accounting role Pharmaceutical or FMCG/Consumer/Healthcare background preferred. Work Environment / physical demands / position type and expected hours of work: This positionis basedin Secaucus, NJ, and offers a hybrid work arrangement with two remote days each week. This joboperatesin a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard officeequipment,this is alargely sedentaryrole; however, it requires the ability to lift marketing materials, open product cabinets and bend or stand on astoolas necessary. The normal working hours of the office are from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Reasonableaccommodationmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Compensation and Benefits: Salary Range: $90,000 – $120,000 This range represents the base annual full-time salary for all positions within the applicable job grade. The actual salary offer will depend on a range of factors including experience, education, location, and other relevant qualifications. This position is also eligible for a Pierre Fabre bonus, commission, or incentive program in addition to the base pay. Employees will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, voluntary benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan, a generous PTO policy, paid company holidays, and paid parental leave. Additional offerings include employee discounts on our products, professional development opportunities, and access to mental health and wellness programs. Pierre Fabre True to My Nature https://www.pierre-fabre.com/en-us Who you are ? Pierre Fabre is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service or any other class protected by state or federal law. We are convinced that diversity is a source of fulfillment, social balance and complementarity for our employees, which is why our offers are open to all, without restriction.