Accounting Manager
Join Us at Centricity Research!
Centricity Research is one of the largest clinical research networks in North America. We are a fully centralized Integrated Research Organization (IRO) specializing in conducting Phase I-IV clinical trials in over 35 therapeutic areas: inpatient and outpatient; pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device trials.
About the Role
We’re looking for an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of our financial reporting. In this role, you’ll oversee general ledger activities while providing leadership to Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams, helping drive consistency, efficiency, and scalability across the Finance function.
You’ll play a critical role in managing the month-end close process, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys both hands-on accounting work and leading a team in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and manage the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
- Oversee general ledger activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis
- Ensure completeness and accuracy of balance sheet reconciliations
- Provide day-to-day leadership to AP, AR, and GL teams, including workload management, performance, and development
- Maintain and oversee lease accounting in accordance with ASC 842
- Manage fixed assets, prepaids, accruals, and supporting schedules
- Serve as the primary point of contact for external audits, including preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and applicable regulatory requirements
- Drive process improvements and system optimization within NetSuite and related tools
- Support system enhancements, integrations, and workflow automation initiatives
- Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Operations, and other teams to support reporting, budgeting, and business insights
- Support clinical research operations to ensure accurate accounting of trial-related activities and revenue recognition
You Might Be a Great Fit If You:
- You are a CPA (active) with 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience
- You have experience leading or supporting AP, AR, and/or GL accounting teams
- You have a strong understanding of US GAAP, with hands-on experience in month-end close, audits, and lease accounting (ASC 842)
- You’re highly detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- You have experience working in NetSuite (preferred) and are advanced in Excel
- You have experience in healthcare, clinical research, or a multi-entity environment (preferred)
- You’ve worked in a private equity-backed environment (highly preferred)
- You’re comfortable working with offshore teams (preferred)
- You’re a strong communicator who can collaborate effectively across functions
- You have a process improvement mindset and enjoy optimizing systems and workflows
- You’re able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Why Centricity Research?
Our Mission
We connect people to scientific advancements through groundbreaking research within a deeply human experience.
Our Core Values
- Quality: We aim for excellence and integrity in everything we do - because lives depend on it.
- Care: We show up for each other, our customers, and our mission - always going the extra mile.
- Be the Change You Seek: We're adaptable, forward-thinking, and constantly improving - for the betterment of all.
- One Team: We collaborate, support one another, and succeed together.
- Grow for Good: We grow with purpose - to expand access to research and improve global health.
- Own It: We take initiative, deliver results, and follow through - with passion and accountability.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Enhanced EAP – mental health support
- Flexible PTO + paid holidays
- Continuing education reimbursement
- 401(k) / RRSP with company match and immediate vesting
Ready to Apply?
We’d love to hear from you – apply now!
We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will provide accommodations during the hiring process upon request.