Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant (Contract‑to‑Hire)

Location: Hybrid (3 days onsite) Plainfield, NJ
Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Compensation: $80,000-$100,000 annually
Employment Type: Contract‑to‑Hire

We are partnering with a growing, mid‑sized pharmaceutical manufacturing company to identify a Senior Accountant who supports core accounting operations and monthly close activities. This is a contract‑to‑hire opportunity designed for a hands‑on accounting professional who thrives in a regulated manufacturing environment and is looking for long‑term stability and growth.

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting compliance requirements, and partnering with cross‑functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and finance leadership.

• Prepare and review monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Support month‑end and quarter‑end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
• Maintain general ledger integrity in accordance with GAAP
• Assist with cost accounting activities, including inventory, variances, and manufacturing overhead
• Support internal and external audits, including documentation and audit requests
• Participate in process improvements to enhance efficiency, controls, and reporting accuracy
• Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to ensure accurate financial treatment of manufacturing activities
• Assist with fixed asset accounting and depreciation schedules
• Support ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as needed

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 4+ years of accounting experience, ideally within manufacturing or regulated industries
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting
• Experience with month‑end close and account reconciliations
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment

• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or FDA‑regulated manufacturing environments
• Cost accounting or inventory accounting experience
• Prior contract‑to‑hire or growth‑stage company experience
• CPA or CPA‑track (a plus, not required)

• Clear path to permanent hire with competitive salary and benefits
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work‑life balance
• Exposure to a growing pharmaceutical manufacturing organization
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact and improve accounting processes

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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