Staff Accountant

Who we are…

Cell Signaling Technology (CST) is a different kind of life sciences company, one founded, owned, and run by active research scientists, with the highest standards of product and service quality, technological innovation, and scientific rigor for over 20 years. We consistently provide fellow scientists around the globe with best-in-class products and services to fuel their quests for discovery.

Helping researchers find new solutions is our main mission every day, but it's not our only mission. We're also dedicated to helping identify solutions to other problems facing our world. We believe that all businesses must be responsible and work in partnership with local communities, while seeking to minimize their environmental impact. That's why we joined 1% for the Planet as its first life science member, and have committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2029.

The role...

The Staff Accountant role reports to the Accounting Manager and will be a crucial part of the finance team, responsible for a broad range of accounting related functions. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, analytical, customer service minded, motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment. This exciting role will be diverse, allowing the selected candidate to play a crucial role in developing and improving our practices across all accounting functions. This role is a unique blend of high-level financial oversight and hands-on operational management, with approximately 50% of your time dedicated to managing Accounts Payable (AP).

You'll have the opportunity to...

Accounts Payable Management (50%) 

• Oversee the full-cycle AP process, from coding and data entry to matching POs and obtaining approvals. 
• Manage vendor inquiries, reconcile monthly statements, and maintain clean aging reports.
• Prepare and execute weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers. 
• Maintain W-9 records and assist in the year-end 1099 filing process. 

General Accounting & Reporting (50%) 

• Preparation of monthly journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, reserves, intercompany transactions and eliminations, upload of foreign subsidiary ledgers to Oracle Review of departmental spend against budget; investigate variances to budget. 
• Key contributor on cross-functional project teams to achieve desired results. 
• Documentation of key controls and processes. 
• Special projects and analysis, as needed. 
• Prepare documentation and schedules for external audits.

Who you are and what you bring to the team...

• BS in Accounting 7+ years of experience, with a heavy emphasis on full-cycle. 
• Accounts Payable and month-end close responsibilities. 
• Experience with Oracle or other large ERP system, including GL, Fixed Assets, AR/AP. 
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Suite and/or Google Suite products. 
• Strong analytical skills, critical thinking mindset, ability to troubleshoot. 
• Proficient with spreadsheets (VLOOKUP’s, Pivot tables). 
• Strong understanding of system design principles, scalability, and security best practices.

Ideally, you have...

• Demonstrated understanding of US GAAP Ability to grasp and make “big picture” decisions, while maintaining strong attention to detail. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to work effectively within a small, cohesive finance team. 
• Ability to interact with external auditors and resolve issues quickly under supervision of the Corporate Controller. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive and supportive of change Experience with QuickBooks (for sister company).

Physical Conditions/Physical Requirements...

• Work environment is typically quiet for independent desk work and virtual meetings. 
• The ability to perform repetitive motions with the wrists, hands, and fingers. 
• The ability to extend hands and arms in any direction to access materials, equipment, or a keyboard. 
• The ability to sit for long periods of time (often more than 70% of the workday). 
• Ability to view and read information from a computer monitor, reports, and documents. 
• Physically able to safely lift and carry 25 pounds to move, install, unpack PC equipment, office supplies, etc. as required.

This position has a starting base salary range of $73,000 to $100,000 per year, which the company, in good faith, reasonably expects to pay for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation within this range will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

What we offer...

At Cell Signaling Technology (CST), we recognize that people will always be our most important asset. Providing a safe, inclusive, and stimulating working environment that understands the importance of diversity, human dignity, and meaningful work is as important as establishing company policies that incorporate excellent health insurance and pay benefits. We recognize that the  development of people is the key to their happiness and thus ensure every employee has impactful discussions with their manager and develops actionable performance and professional development plans. Lastly, we are committed to engaging and supporting our employees in committees and philanthropy that benefit their local communities and environment through community investment programs.

Benefits

• Medical (BCBS) and Dental (Delta Dental) plans paid at 90%
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending accounts
• 401(k) Plan with 6% match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous PTO package
• Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite Subsidized Cafeteria
• Free Parking

Cell Signaling Technology (CST) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, status as a veteran or as a member of the military or status in any group protected by applicable federal or state laws.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

AGENCIES

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