Accounting Associate

Accounting Associate

Location: Bethesda, MD

Salary: 60-70K (Exempt)

Hiring Schedule
:
August 3, 2026

Work Arrangement: Onsite during onboarding; hybrid (3 days onsite) after training.

A global Japanese pharmaceutical company is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounting Associate to support accounting operations and provide administrative support to the Marketing team within a growing life sciences organization.

• Process Accounts Payable (AP), including invoice verification, payment processing, and vendor communications.
• Manage Accounts Receivable (AR), monitor outstanding balances, and follow up on customer payments.
• Assist with monthly closing activities, including Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Statement, and Cash Flow Statement.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Maintain the general ledger and accounting records.
• Support inventory accounting and inventory reconciliations.
• Serve as the primary contact with the external accounting firm.
• Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Maintain accounting documentation and support audits.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.

• Provide administrative support to the Marketing team.
• Coordinate meetings, schedules, and internal communications.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and marketing documents.
• Maintain electronic files and departmental records.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal departments.
• Assist with travel arrangements and expense reports.
• Support trade shows, events, and promotional activities.
• Perform general administrative duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 3–4 years of Accounting Associate or related accounting experience.
• Experience supporting month-end closing (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow).
• Experience with AP, AR, inventory accounting, and general accounting operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems preferred.

• English fluency required.
• Business-level Japanese preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Highly detail-oriented.