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Posted August 15, 2026

Director of Accounting

Robert Half
Morristown, NJ, US Full Time
200000USD - 240000USD per year

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is a developmental stage pharmceutical company seeking a Director of Accounting (Hybrid | Parsippany, NJ).

  • Lead the monthly and quarterly close process, US GAAP consolidations, account reconciliations, cash flow reporting, and financial analysis across multiple domestic and international entities.
  • Manage SEC reporting support, internal controls, SOX compliance, audit coordination, treasury activities, debt covenant reporting, and statutory reporting requirements.
  • Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives to increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and improve reporting accuracy.
  • Serve as the functional owner of the NetSuite ERP system, partnering with Finance, IT, and business leaders to optimize financial reporting and operational processes.
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and development to accounting team members while fostering strong cross-functional relationships throughout the organization.
  • Collaborate with FP& A, tax, and business partners to deliver financial insights, support strategic decision-making, and enhance organizational financial transparency.
  • Qualified candidates will possess a CPA, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 10+ years of accounting experience including Big Four public accounting and public company experience, with biotech/pharmaceutical industry expertise and NetSuite experience strongly preferred.


Our client is a developmental stage pharmceutical company seeking a Director of Accounting (Hybrid | Parsippany, NJ).

  • Lead the monthly and quarterly close process, US GAAP consolidations, account reconciliations, cash flow reporting, and financial analysis across multiple domestic and international entities.
  • Manage SEC reporting support, internal controls, SOX compliance, audit coordination, treasury activities, debt covenant reporting, and statutory reporting requirements.
  • Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives to increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and improve reporting accuracy.
  • Serve as the functional owner of the NetSuite ERP system, partnering with Finance, IT, and business leaders to optimize financial reporting and operational processes.
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and development to accounting team members while fostering strong cross-functional relationships throughout the organization.
  • Collaborate with FP& A, tax, and business partners to deliver financial insights, support strategic decision-making, and enhance organizational financial transparency.
  • Qualified candidates will possess a CPA, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 10+ years of accounting experience including Big Four public accounting and public company experience, with biotech/pharmaceutical industry expertise and NetSuite experience strongly preferred.


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