Accounting Manager

This is a temporary contractor opportunity at Novartis, supported by Magnit Global, offering flexibility while providing services to an inclusive global medicines company.

$79.02/hr - $79.02/hr

Accounting Manager

The accounting manager’s goal is to fulfill revenue objectives and adhere to accounting and reporting policies. This includes reviewing and analyzing finances, ensuring compliance with regulations, refining reporting documentation, and verifying the integrity and accuracy of financial operations while safeguarding organizational assets.

• Managing the general accounting function.
• Develop accounting organizational strategies by contributing financial information, analysis, and recommendations to strategic thinking and direction.
• Oversees the completion of ledger accounts and financial statements.
• Evaluates and improves internal accounting processes to align with organizational goals.
• Provides financial projections by coordinating budget/forecast preparation, collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial information, and advising departments on data collection and analysis.
• Plans and accomplishes goals using extensive experience and judgment.
• Leads and directs the work of others.
• Maintains sufficient funds by forecasting cash requirements and obligations.
• Accomplishes department and organization mission by completing related results as needed.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Access, Excel.
• Working knowledge of accounting, purchasing, and payroll software such as Net Suite/ADP.
• Prior bi‑tech experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience preparing information for audits.
• Strong organizational skills, flexibility, and the ability to set priorities.
• Ability to prioritize and juggle concurrent demands.
• Works accurately with close attention to detail.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related discipline required.
• Designation of CPA preferred.
• At least 7+ years of experience in accounting with SAP experience.

Hybrid – East Hanover, NJ (3 days onsite)

$65.02 - $79.02/hr based on experience and qualifications (W2 Only)

12‑month

Health, dental, vision, 401(k)

Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people who collaborate, support, and inspire each other to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives.

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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• Not Applicable

• Contract

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance