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Associate Director of FP&A


Company : Robert Half


Location : Parsippany, NJ


Created : 2026-04-23


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Description Our client, a growing generic pharmaceutical company, is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to lead the month-end close process and drive accounting operations in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment. In this role, the Senior Accounting Manager will oversee the timely and accurate completion of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities; manage general ledger accounting; review reconciliations; support financial reporting; and ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies. Will also be responsible for overseeing AP, AR, and inventory accounting. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience, a solid background in corporate accounting, and hands-on experience with SAP. Prior experience in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, or healthcare industry is highly preferred. Based on general knowledge. Key Responsibilities u00b7 Lead and manage the full month-end close process u00b7 Oversee journal entries, account reconciliations, inventory, and general ledger activities u00b7 Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and reporting deadlines u00b7 Partner cross-functionally with FP& A, operations, and external auditors u00b7 Support process improvements and accounting systems optimization, especially within SAP u00b7 Mentor and develop accounting staff Qualifications u00b7 Bacheloru2019s degree in accounting or finance u00b7 CPA preferred u00b7 7+ years of progressive accounting experience. Public accounting foundation preferred u00b7 Prior management experience u00b7 Strong knowledge of SAP preferred u00b7 Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated industry environments preferred u00b7 Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and month-end close best practices u00b7 Salary range $150-175k plus bonus depending on experience u00b7 Strong company benefits, generous vacation and a hybrid work schedule Requirements Our client, a growing generic pharmaceutical company, is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to lead the month-end close process and drive accounting operations in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment. In this role, the Senior Accounting Manager will oversee the timely and accurate completion of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities; manage general ledger accounting; review reconciliations; support financial reporting; and ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies. Will also be responsible for overseeing AP, AR, and inventory accounting. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience, a solid background in corporate accounting, and hands-on experience with SAP. Prior experience in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, or healthcare industry is highly preferred. Based on general knowledge. Key Responsibilities u00b7 Lead and manage the full month-end close process u00b7 Oversee journal entries, account reconciliations, inventory, and general ledger activities u00b7 Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and reporting deadlines u00b7 Partner cross-functionally with FP& A, operations, and external auditors u00b7 Support process improvements and accounting systems optimization, especially within SAP u00b7 Mentor and develop accounting staff Qualifications u00b7 Bacheloru2019s degree in accounting or finance u00b7 CPA preferred u00b7 7+ years of progressive accounting experience. Public accounting foundation preferred u00b7 Prior management experience u00b7 Strong knowledge of SAP preferred u00b7 Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated industry environments preferred u00b7 Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and month-end close best practices u00b7 Salary range $150-175k plus bonus depending on experience u00b7 Strong company benefits, generous vacation and a hybrid work schedule Robert Half is the worldu2019s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.