Staff Accountant

Job Title:

Staff Accountant

Department:

Finance

Version Date:  

10 April 2026

Exempt

BASIC SUMMARY: 

Perform and support core accounting functions, including financial transactions, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Execute day-to- day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.
• Communicate with vendors, customers, and PharPoint staff on issues or queries.
• Support and actively contribute to monthly, quarterly and annual close activities.
• Comply with all corporate policies and adhere to all GCP guidelines.
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile transactions.
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures.
• Provide input into department’s goal setting process.
• Develop, document, and maintain accounting processes and policies to strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance
• Contribute to strong internal and external client relationships through positive interactions.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
• Experience: 3 years in accounting or financial discipline, preferably in a contract research organization.  

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficient with accounting software (e.g., Sage Intacct, QuickBooks) and Excel.
• Certification/Licensure: Professional certification preferred (i.e., certified public accountant, chartered accountant).
• Other: Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to understand both written and verbal communication, type/work at a computer, and sit for up to 90% of the workday.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

1. General office working conditions, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Comments:

• Must have a valid driver’s license with no limitations on driving availability.

SIGNATURE:

I have reviewed this job description and understand the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of this position.

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Employee:

All employees are required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their position. • The essential duties and responsibilities listed above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
• Experience: 3 years in accounting or financial discipline, preferably in a contract research organization. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficient with accounting software (e.g., Sage Intacct, QuickBooks) and Excel.
• Certification/Licensure: Professional certification preferred (i.e., certified public accountant, chartered accountant).
• Other: Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to understand both written and verbal communication, type/work at a computer, and sit for up to 90% of the workday.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• General office working conditions, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

COMMENTS:

• Must have a valid driver’s license with no limitations on driving availability.