Accounting Specialist

About the Opportunity

A growing commercial-stage life sciences organization is seeking an Accounting Specialist / Financial Analyst to join its finance team. This company operates in a highly innovative space focused on consumer health products, supporting both human and animal health. The organization offers an entrepreneurial, fast-moving environment where employees work closely with leadership, take on diverse responsibilities, and gain exposure beyond a traditional accounting role. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, ownership, and growth as the business scales.

Key Responsibilities

Manage Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processing

Analyze customer accounts for payment issues and discrepancies

Generate and distribute customer invoices

Reconcile customer and vendor accounts

Follow up on collections and properly apply payments

Enter non-EDI wholesale orders

Process employee expense reports

Prepare and file sales and use tax returns

Prepare journal entries and support the month-end close

Provide general support across the finance and accounting function

What We’re Looking For

3+ years of experience in accounting or finance

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Proficiency with QuickBooks Online

Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Experience with Avalara is a plus