Role: Senior Accountant Location: Central Islip, NY FTE Role Salary: USD 80000 - 95000 Top Mandatory Skills: Ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of combined public, pharma industry accounting experience. Assist in the coordination of monthly close tasks. Preparation of internal financial statements/Analytics, variance report and other reports and ensuring their accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP Performing standard cost allocation accounting and analysis Education/qualification: BS in Accounting or Finance. Experience in Healthcare industry preferred. Nice To have: Knowledge of SAP ERP would be a major plus. Qualifications: BS in Accounting or Finance. Must be hands-on, have strong work ethic and possess can-do attitude. Ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of combined public, pharma industry accounting experience. Strong technical background and knowledge base of all aspects of GAAP Solid written and verbal communication, analytical and management skills Experience in Healthcare industry preferred. Candidate must be able to effectively interact with various levels of management including division managers and senior corporate personnel. Knowledge of SAP ERP would be a major plus. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word & PowerPoint) Previous work with manufacturing firms or plant environment. Ability to work independently effectively. Responsibilities: Assist in the coordination of monthly close tasks. The Sr Accountant will provide support to the financial and managerial accounting functions including general ledger, standard cost, cash flow, accounts payable, payroll and revenue recognition, financial statements and reporting package preparation, GAAP compliance, annual audit, policies and procedures, internal controls, budgets and forecasts, cost accounting and inventory control. Maintain all aspects of the general ledger and perform account reconciliation and analysis as required. Prepare complex entries. Preparation of internal financial statements/Analytics, variance report and other reports and ensuring their accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP Work with internal staff and outside accounting firm to complete annual audits and reports in a timely and accurate manner. Assist in preparation of annual budget, and quarterly and monthly internal reporting of actual and forecasted results. Work with other departments to develop, implement, monitor, and improve analysis and metrics to drive performance. Performing standard cost allocation accounting and analysis Identify resources and implement solutions that will streamline departmental policies and procedures. Monitor and improve internal controls in accordance with industry standards and best practices. Take lead and ownership in a variety of special projects.