We are seeking a Finance Manager for a very important client who will be responsible for AP accounting, Cash accounting and respective reconciliations for the North America Region.

The Finance Manager will provide accounting support to the Global Financial Solutions (GFS) in accordance with US GAAP. In this role the successful candidate will:

• Partner with FP&A and AP colleagues to coordinate and execute review the monthly RNV(PO received not vouched) process.
• Thorough review PO RNV balance, investigate unusual or aged RNV balance, coordinate with FP&A and AP team to perform system adjustment or make manual entries to accrue as part of the quarter end closing tasks.
• Thorough review of journal entries, following up with requestors for any additional support or understandings if necessary.
• For AP related accounts, prepare month end account reconciliations, Balance Sheet Flux analysis and provide commentary monthly.
• Review and approve bank account reconciliations.
• Ensure financial results are recorded in accordance with GAAP
• Maintain a control environment in which the processes are consistent with the requirements of Sarbanes-Oxley and Gilead’s Controller’s Manual
• Identify and lead process improvements and participate in or lead cross-functional initiatives to implement best practices
• Maintain a great working relationship with all business partners.
• Interact with internal and external auditors to ensure the quarterly review and audit activities are executed in a timely manner.

The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications:

• 8+ years of relevant experience and a BA or BS degree in accounting or equivalent or 6+ years relevant experience and a MA/MS Degree.
• Experience with SAP and Blackline strongly preferred.
• Must be able to apply accounting knowledge to day-to-day operations and assigned projects.
• Strong technical expertise in their area of responsibility is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft tools (Excel, Outlook, and Word) required.
• Experience in biotech or pharmaceuticals industry a plus.

Location: Raleigh, NC - must be able to work onsite 3 days per week.

Contract Duration: 5 months - extensions possible

Hourly Rate Range: $65 - $79

Benefits include:

-MEC/ACP Medical

-Voluntary Dental, Vision, Life, Supplemental Income

-401k (must meet requirements)

-sick leave as required by state/county