Accounting Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Accounting Specialist to oversee various financial operations within our client's organization. This role will manage accounts payable and procurement, accounts receivable and billing, general ledger and reconciliation, inventory management and cost accounting, compliance and audit, as well as month-end close and reporting. The ideal candidate will collaborate cross-functionally to enhance process efficiency and ensure financial accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the procure-to-pay cycle in NetSuite, including managing vendor bills and scheduling payments.

• Ensure compliance with purchasing controls and coordinate with vendors to resolve billing issues.

• Manage the order-to-cash process from invoicing through collections and monitor accounts receivable aging.

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions in NetSuite.

• Work with operations and supply chain teams to ensure accurate inventory transactions.

• Ensure financial processes adhere to company policies, GAAP, and pharmaceutical industry regulations.

• Manage the month-end and year-end close process, including reconciling balance sheet accounts.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial data with operational workflows.

• Continuously evaluate and improve financial workflows and recommend system enhancements.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of industry experience in a relevant field such as pharma or healthcare.

• Proficiency in NetSuite ERP with a strong track record in accounting or bookkeeping.

• Solid understanding of GAAP and core accounting functions.

• Proven experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.

• Ability to prepare financial statements and support month-end close processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Experience with NetSuite's inventory and purchasing modules and their integration with the GL.

• Previous experience working in a pharmaceutical, healthcare or related environment preferred.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Colonie, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Colonie,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.