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