What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Harrow?
Who is Harrow?
Harrow (Nasdaq: HROW) is a leading North American ophthalmic-focused pharmaceutical company. Harrow is an incredible entrepreneurial company – where we celebrate the ability of every member of the Harrow Family to be the CEO of their job. Harrow’s values have driven interest over the past decade in attracting high-performing professionals in a variety of disciplines. Members of our Harrow Family often express their pride in being a part of our commitment to (1) innovation, (2) patient access to affordable medicines, and (3) our track record of having never turned down an ophthalmologist doing mission work around the world – providing free medicines in support of mission work aimed at giving or maintaining the gift of sight to those most in need. We encourage you to learn more about Harrow and its unique culture to see if you’re the right person to help contribute as we build a truly exceptional company, one we are all so proud of!
Harrow’s ophthalmic pharmaceutical portfolio is one of the most comprehensive in the industry, including:
- An expanding Posterior Portfolio including IHEEZO® and TRIESENCE®
- A broad Dry Eye Disease product line, led by VEVYE® and bolstered by well-known adjacent ocular surface disease products such as FLAREX® and TOBRADEX® ST
- A Specialty Anterior Segment product line, which includes various high-need and utility products such as ILEVRO®, NEVANAC®, and VERKAZIA®
Job Summary
The Senior Accountant supports the accounting department in carrying out all associated accounting responsibilities. This individual is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, performing complex financial analysis, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and mentoring junior staff.
Position Responsibilities:
- Direct supervision of both the performance and development of the accounts payable team.
- Responsible for expense accruals and improving process for more efficient month-end close.
- Processing weekly check runs for multiple business units.
- Responsible for lease accounting schedules and reconciliations.
- Prepare adjusting and closing entries for month end close while performing any reconciliations.
- Research and correct any out-of-balance situations between the GL and sub-ledger.
- Develop recommendations to optimize company's ap/expense process and procedures and detect inefficiencies.
- Assist in the month, quarter and year end closing process.
- Aid in coordinating quarterly reviews and testing with internal and external auditors
- Adhere to and enhance the internal controls of the accounting department
- Perform ad-hoc projects, as necessary.
Requirements & Skills:
- BS degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant.
- At least 3-5 years’ experience in accounting or a related field.
- Relevant certification (e.g., CPA) will be preferred.
- Experience in Oracle Fusion accounting software or similar accounting software.
- Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures.
- In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Experience with general ledger functions and month-end/year-end close process.
- Advanced MS Excel skills required.
- Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
- Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, both written & verbal.
- Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced environment.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
- The employee may frequently be required to sit and talk or hear
- The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Specific vision abilities by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
