As a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience, Fortrea provides pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development, patient access and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. With over 19,000 staff conducting operations in more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.

Job Overview:

As a IAS General Accounting Associate (Junior Accountant), your job comprises month-end closing activities, such as calculating and posting accruals, maintaining prepaids schedule, reconciling bank accounts and posting cash activities, reconciling Balance sheet accounts and performing ad-hoc analysis. The goal is to ensure correct accounting records, as required by accounting standards and company policies.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Responsible for complete, accurate and timely accounting records and reporting for various group companies and branches.
• Prepare accounting entries in accordance with relevant accounting standards and policies.
• Perform month-end closing activities, investigating significant variances and providing insights of their drivers.
• Reconcile Cash and other Balance Sheet accounts, as per reconciliation policy and company requirements.
• Maintain strong relationships with all internal and external stakeholders, auditors and services providers.
• Make recommendations for improvements in processes and/or quality of information reported and assists with implementation of action plans.
• Operate in accordance with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) internal control requirements.
• Complete ad hoc analysis and tasks as required.

Qualifications (Minimum Required):

• Education level – Bachelor’s degree
• Knowledge of accounting principles and accounting records logic
• IFRS/US GAAP knowledge
• Mandatory language – English
• IT systems general literacy
• Previous experience with ERP
• MS Office advanced user – Excel, Office, PowerPoint, Word
• Personal characteristics - analytical, questioning mindset, problem solving skills, interpersonal skills, team player.

Experience (Minimum Required):  

• 1-3 years of experience in accounting/finance

Fortrea is actively seeking motivated problem-solvers and creative thinkers who share our passion for overcoming barriers in clinical trials. Our unwavering commitment is to revolutionize the development process, ensuring the swift delivery of life-changing ideas and therapies to patients in need. Join our exceptional team and embrace a collaborative workspace where personal growth is nurtured, enabling you to make a meaningful global impact. For more information about Fortrea, visit www.fortrea.com.

Fortrea is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an EOE/AA employer, Fortrea strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage all to apply.

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