Repligen Corporation (NASDAQ:RGEN) is a life sciences company focused on the development, production and commercialization of high-value consumable products used in the process of manufacturing biological drugs. Our bioprocessing products are sold to major life sciences and biopharmaceutical companies worldwide.

The Accountant reports directly to the European AR lead and will be based in Tallinn, Estonia. The Accountant will be responsible for Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, VAT returns and General Accounting within the European Shared Services. Additionally the Accountant will be highly involved in the monthly close activities. This is a hands-on position working directly with all members of the European Shared Services as well as cross-functionally within the local entity and the global organization. Doing this the Accountant will collaborate with different divisions across Europe to implement process improvements. The Accountant works closely with Sales, Customer Service, Warehouse, Purchasing, Operations and other parts of the organization and is responsible for the following.

As accountant you will be responsible for the following:

• Accounts receivable management including customer invoicing, customer correspondence, recovering outstanding claims, reserves etc.
• Daily cash entries and regular bank reconciliations
• General accounting tasks e.g. process postings (petty cash etc.)
• Cooperate with customer service to resolve billing and payment issues quickly and effectively
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close process including the preparation of journal entries, reclassifications, account reconciliations, accruals, lease and reserve calculations and intercompany transactions
• Accounts Payable: vendor invoice and payment processing with focus on automation
• Travel & Expense reporting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements
• Implement best practices to increase the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with audit requirements and address inquiries from external auditors
• Ensure proper recording of financial transactions and alignment with other Repligen sites
• Conduct regular assessments to ensure adherence to SOX compliance standards
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of all tax-related documents

the successful Accountant meets the following requirement:

• Bachelors degree or higher in Accounting or Finance with 2-4 years of accounting experience required
• Proficient in advanced Excel functions required
• SAP experience is a plus
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX is a plus
• Prior experience with manufacturing companies desired
• Fluent in English, both verbally and in writing
• Willing to work in an international team
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies to maximize performance, problem solving, and results

Repligen offers you a competitive remuneration package, including a yearly bonus, additional health insurance package, sport benefits and flexible working hours. But most importantly Repligen offers you a stimulating, fast--paced environment with steep learning curves and the opportunity to contribute to the healthcare of patients worldwide. All of this with an international team and a modern office in Jri, Estonia