ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Meadowhawk Biolabs is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Accounting Operations Manager to work within our hybrid (partial remote) Finance Team at our Marlborough, MA or Hayward, CA location to perform accounting activities in a fast-paced team environment. The ideal candidate is driven, hardworking, willing to learn, dedicated, and passionate about accounting. Given that we are a newly launched Contract Research Organization (CRO) founded by an experienced team of industry veterans, this ground floor position offers unique opportunities for the successful candidate to contribute meaningfully to the creation and development of our finance department, to expand their knowledge base by participation in multidisciplinary teams, and to advance their career in capabilities and responsibilities.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the company. This role ensures efficient and accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulatory requirements, and continuous process improvements within the accounting department. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to drive operational excellence.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including management experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Bill.com, Zoho, etc.) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.
• Experience in Biotech or Contract Research Organization is a plus

• Supervise and manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, Insurance, sales tax, fixed asset, leases, and general ledger functions.
• Participate in the preparation and accuracy of financial statements in compliance with GAAP/IFRS.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, internal controls, and company policies.
• Develop and implement efficient accounting workflows and process improvements.
• Monitor and analyze accounting data to produce financial reports and statements.
• Lead and mentor a team of accountants and finance professionals, providing guidance and training.
• Participate in audits and liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.
• Collaborate with other departments to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions and reconciliations.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including management experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, Bill.com, Zoho, etc.) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.
• Experience in Biotech or Contract Research Organization is a plus.