Sr. Accountant

Company Overview

OPKO Health is a multi-national and diversified life science corporation that owns and operates a set of businesses offering biopharmaceutical, genetic testing, laboratory diagnostics, medical device, contract manufacturing, animal, supplement and nutritional health products and services in 60 plus countries with 5,000 employees.

External Description

OPKO Health, Inc. is a multi-national biopharmaceutical and diagnostics company involved in the discovery, development and commercialization of next-generation molecular diagnostics tests, pharmaceuticals, and vaccines.POSITION DESCRIPTIONThe Sr. Reporting Accountant will be involved in a variety of financial accounting, internal and external financial reporting. Reports to: Assistant ControllerWorks Closely with: OPKO Health, Inc. staff and its Subsidiaries

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual analyses to support financial reporting including but not limited to revenue and operating expenses analyses and management performance reports• Responsible for the internal reporting presentations to management• Prepare overall analytics and provide explanations above the scope or unusual and/or inconsistent trends• Review overall analytics for the international subsidiaries• Prepare work papers and documentary evidence developed in support of the SEC fillings• Assist in the preparation and drafting of SEC forms (10Q, 10K)• Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures.• Assist and support the internal and external audit and quarterly review process by resolving questions and providing requested schedules in a timely manner.• Maintain up-to-date process documentation, recommending and implementing process improvements, as appropriate, to simplify, standardize and streamline efforts• Other special projects as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting • Knowledge of accounting principles and practices; previous general accounting experience• Attention to detail and accuracy, ability to plan and organize, strong communication and problem solving skills• Strong knowledge of Excel and Word, experience with ERP system (MAS 500 preferred). • Proven professional experience in accounting and automated financial reporting systems. • Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections.