Senior Accountant

Location: Ewing, New Jersey (Onsite - 5 days from office)

Hiring Organization: Uniqus Consul tech (on behalf of a client in the pharmaceutical sector)

Uniqus Consul tech is hiring a Senior Accountant on behalf of a fast-growing, regulated, and innovation-driven organization in the pharmaceutical/manufacturing sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional to take ownership of core accounting processes, financial reporting, and month-end close in a dynamic environment. The role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams and exposure to a structured, compliance-driven operating model.

• Lead and support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including preparation and posting of journal entries
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and ensure proper recording and cutoff of transactions
• Prepare and review accruals, prepayments, reclassifications, and other recurring entries
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items promptly
• Develop internal financial reports, variance analysis, and reporting packages for management and stakeholders
• Support financial statement preparation and audit processes, including coordination with external auditors
• Partner with operations and finance teams to ensure accurate accounting for payroll, fixed assets, and expenses
• Assist in strengthening accounting controls, close calendars, and documentation
• Contribute to ERP and process improvement initiatives to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 4–7 years of relevant accounting experience
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, financial close processes, and reporting
• Solid experience with accrual accounting and account reconciliations
• Experience working with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail
• Ability to manage deadlines and work independently
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

• CPA or progress toward CPA
• Experience in pharmaceutical, life sciences, manufacturing, or other regulated industries
• Exposure to inventory, fixed assets, payroll accounting, and audit support
• Experience in process improvement and strengthening accounting controls

• Strong ownership mindset and accountability
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a hands-on, onsite environment
• Proactive approach to improving processes and systems
• Balance between technical precision and business responsiveness

This role is ideal for candidates with strong core accounting experience, particularly in regulated or manufacturing environments. You will play a critical role in managing month-end close, general ledger activities, reconciliations, and financial reporting while working closely with cross-functional teams and ERP-driven systems.