What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant (Contract) position at bluebird bio?
ABOUT THE FLOCK
The Accounting flock is all about seeing the bigger picture and ensuring our global processes are running smoothly. Whether it’s confirming our internal controls are operating effectively or partnering with other bird’s cross-functionally to help drive change in the way we work, we are driven by teamwork and our ability to make a lasting impact. Come work with a motivated, high-performing group of birds that loves rising to the challenge much as we love making punny accounting jokes!
HOW YOU’LL FLY
You'll help to bring more patients their bluebird days by:
- Leading monthly close activities, including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations and analysis
- Contributing ideas to improve processes and procedures and gain system efficiency
- Working with R&D and G&A business partners for the purpose of constructing accrual journal entries for monthly close processes.
- Supporting the quarterly reviews and annual audit process with the external auditors.
- Other duties and special projects as assigned
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
You’re the bird we’re looking for if you have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required with 5 years of experience in an Accounting role (biotech industry experience strongly preferred)
- Have advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- CPA or demonstrated path towards CPA certification is a plus
- Oracle experience preferred
- Strong attention to detail, quality, accuracy, and data integrity
- Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, deadline driven business
Location: Somerville, MA (Flex Hybrid or Remote)
Contract: Temp to Perm
