Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

 

Cubist Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBST) is focused on becoming a global leader in the research, development and commercialization of novel antimicrobial drugs to combat serious and life-threatening bacterial and fungal infections.  Founded in 1992, Cubist is headquartered in Lexington, MA. 

Cubist Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a EOE. To apply, please visit www.cubist.comand click on the Careers tab. You will be prompted to create a candidate profile before applying.

 
Position Summary

The Accounting Manager is a key finance team member who maintains compliance with accounting standards, financial controls and procedures which includes: accrual recognition, balance sheet account reconciliation, variance analysis, and financial statement preparation.  Compliance with these items must be accomplished within the deadlines prescribed by management. 

 
Duties and ResponsibilitiesOversee the general ledger and accounts payable functions including the oversight of three direct reports.Oversee the general financial close process, the preparation of the monthly and quarterly financial statements and supporting schedules on a timely basis.Develop, implement and maintains systems, procedures and policies. Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules and financial statements.Maintain Sarbanes-Oxley compliance in the corporate accounting cycle, which will entail preparing process documentation, developing internal controls, and planning and implementing project plans.Point person for internal and external audits by providing the required information and ensuring that proper information is maintained for historical purposes.Help identify and document accounting issues including keeping current on technical accounting pronouncements and other guidance.Responsible for staff development, including preparation of annual performance reviews and development plans. Special projects and other assignments as required.

 


QualificationsEducation/Certification

· BS/BA degree or higher in Accounting or Finance

· CPA required Experience

· 8 + years of relevant experience with a proven record of responsibility and growth

· Experience in a Big 4 firm or U.S.based multinational highly preferred

· Prior experience in pharmaceutical industry a plus

· Previous experience managing staffKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Strong interpersonal skills; ability to establish and cultivate internal working relationships & ability to work across all functions/levels as part of a team

· Strong attention to detail

· Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills

· Flexibility to work in a dynamic environment

 

Benefits

Our outstanding benefits package includes: 100% vesting in our 401K plan, choice of HMO/PPO medical plan, employee stock purchase program, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending accounts and 3 weeks vacation. In addition, we have unique extras such as: on-site massage therapy, 12 holidays, 4 of which are floating, EAP benefit focusing on work life balance issues and frequent celebratory parties!

 



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