Accounting Manager Consultant

Title: Accounting Manager 
Company: Life Sciences Industry 
Compensation: $60-70/hr - DOE 

This is a hands-on Accounting Manager role responsible for core general ledger activities, with a primary focus on monthly close execution and accounting for research and development programs across multiple stages of the development lifecycle. The role is designed for a senior accounting professional who can assume ownership of in-flight work, operate effectively within established processes and controls, and deliver accurate, timely results with minimal ramp time.

• Own accounting for research and development activities spanning early-stage research through development-phase programs, including progress-to-completion methodologies, accrual models, and program-level reporting cadences.
• Prepare, maintain, and standardize complex accounting schedules; review staff-prepared models for accuracy, scalability, and audit readiness.
• Own methodologies, controls, and supporting documentation related to vendor prepayments supporting development activities, ensuring proper recognition and reconciliation.
• Lead month-end close activities for assigned areas, including journal entry preparation,