Location: Bethesda, MD
Salary: 60-70K (Exempt)
Hiring Schedule: August 3, 2026
Work Arrangement: Onsite during onboarding; hybrid (3 days onsite) after training.
A global Japanese pharmaceutical company is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounting Associate to support accounting operations and provide administrative support to the Marketing team within a growing life sciences organization.
- Process Accounts Payable (AP), including invoice verification, payment processing, and vendor communications.
- Manage Accounts Receivable (AR), monitor outstanding balances, and follow up on customer payments.
- Assist with monthly closing activities, including Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Statement, and Cash Flow Statement.
- Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Maintain the general ledger and accounting records.
- Support inventory accounting and inventory reconciliations.
- Serve as the primary contact with the external accounting firm.
- Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules.
- Maintain accounting documentation and support audits.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
- Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.
- Provide administrative support to the Marketing team.
- Coordinate meetings, schedules, and internal communications.
- Prepare presentations, reports, and marketing documents.
- Maintain electronic files and departmental records.
- Coordinate with vendors and internal departments.
- Assist with travel arrangements and expense reports.
- Support trade shows, events, and promotional activities.
- Perform general administrative duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
- 3–4 years of Accounting Associate or related accounting experience.
- Experience supporting month-end closing (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow).
- Experience with AP, AR, inventory accounting, and general accounting operations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
- Experience with accounting software or ERP systems preferred.
- English fluency required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated and proactive.
- Strong teamwork skills.
- Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines.
- Highly detail-oriented.
