Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. fme Life Sciences is a company focused on financial operations within the life sciences sector, and they are seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance. This role requires collaboration with both U.S. and European teams, managing accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring accurate financial records while supervising a Finance Assistant.
Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages for executive leadership
- Collaborate closely with the European Finance Team on consolidated reporting, intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and financial analysis
- Manage quarterly and annual intercompany reconciliation audits
- Support international financial reporting requirements and ensure consistency between U.S. and European entities
- Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and reports for leadership and corporate stakeholders
- Oversee customer invoicing, collections, cash application, and account reconciliations
- Monitor aging reports and proactively manage outstanding receivables
- Partner with project managers and sales teams to ensure accurate and timely billing
- Respond to client inquiries regarding invoices, payment status, and account balances
- Oversee vendor invoice processing, approvals, and payment schedules
- Manage ACH and wire transfer payments
- Maintain vendor relationships and resolve payment inquiries
- Ensure accurate expense coding and proper allocation to budgets and cost centers
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies
- Record and review all monthly accounting transactions, including revenue, expenses, payroll, intercompany activity, and treasury transactions
- Perform revenue recognition and related month-end adjustments
- Ensure integrity and accuracy of financial data across systems
- Support development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts
- Analyze historical spending trends and develop financial projections
- Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis to management
- Manage cash flow forecasting and treasury activities
- Administer profit distribution schedules
- Coordinate banking, insurance, and corporate finance activities
- Prepare supporting schedules and reports for corporate stakeholders
- Supervise and develop one Finance Assistant
- Review accounting work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
- Establish priorities and provide guidance for daily accounting operations
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, tax, and corporate reporting requirements
- Support external audits and tax filings
- Maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
- Experience managing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
- Experience working within multinational or international organizations
- Prior supervisory experience
- Advanced proficiency in SAP (Business by Design)
- Experience with QuickBooks
- Strong understanding of ERP systems, financial reporting, and accounting controls
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and financial analysis
- Knowledge of revenue recognition principles
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively across international teams and cultures
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Self-starter capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- CPA, CMA, or MBA
- Experience supporting intercompany accounting and consolidated financial reporting
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision plans
- 401k with company match
- Life Insurance, Short & Long-term Disability Plans
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick/Personal & Paid Holidays)
- Employee Referral Program
- Training & Development & Company Retreats
- Wellness Resources/Employee Assistance Program
- Remote - must live in the US (preferable the East Coast due to time difference with EU).
Company Overview
fme is a trusted partner in the life sciences industry, driving digital transformation through expert data and document migration services. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in Danbury, Connecticut, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://www.fme-us.com/.