Sr. Financial Accountant

Job Overview:

Note:This is a contract position. 

Get ready to redefine what’s possible and discover your extraordinary potential at Covance. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to personally advance healthcare and make a difference in peoples’ lives with your bold ideas and unique point of view. With the support of exceptional people from across the globe and an energized purpose, you’ll be empowered to own your career journey with mentoring, training and personalized development planning.

GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE: To perform senior level accounting activities in the areas of general ledger and financial reporting, expense analysis, capital projects, audit, and other related functions. To assist the Controller by performing analysis activities and by assisting with ongoing closing and reporting functions for Covance Laboratories.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: Ability to research and conclude on complex accounting topics. Ability to be a key contributor in various special projects (M&A, Integration, etc.) Performs regular general ledger and period end closing responsibilities including, but not limited to, journal entries, review of expenses, accruals, allocations, etc. Prepares monthly financial reports, quarterly SEC schedules, account reconciliations, and other financial schedules or analyses as assigned. Analyzes budget vs. actual performance data; assists with interpretation and analysis of reports. Prepares quarterly fluctuation analysis (income statement & balance sheet). Prepares annual tax schedules as required by Corporate. Assists with regular review of account reconciliations and resolution of outstanding items. Assists with the development and implementation of financial policies and internal controls. Performs measures to monitor and control capital expenditures and fixed assets. Assists with the coordination of work requirements for all external, internal, and special audits.

OTHER JOB DUTIES: Makes recommendations for improvements in processes and/or quality of information reported and assists with implementation of action plans. Performs other related duties or special projects as assigned. Assists Controllership team as required.

Requirements: B.S. in Accounting. Professional certification (CPA) and audit experience strongly preferred. Knowledge of financial statements and GAAP.   3-5 years core general ledger and/or audit experience. Proven ability to review and analyze data and the ability to generate recommendations. Education/Qualifications:B.S. in Accounting. Professional certification (CPA) and audit experience strongly preferred. Knowledge of financial statements and GAAP.   3-5 years core general ledger and/or audit experience. Proven ability to review and analyze data and the ability to generate recommendations. Experience:

3-5 years core general ledger and/or audit experience Knowledge of financial statements and GAAP.   Proven ability to review and analyze data and the ability to generate recommendations. Displays leadership qualities with the desire to grow in the company.