A growing commercial-stage life sciences organization is seeking an Accounting Specialist / Financial Analyst to join its finance team. This company operates in a highly innovative space focused on consumer health products, supporting both human and animal health. The organization offers an entrepreneurial, fast-moving environment where employees work closely with leadership, take on diverse responsibilities, and gain exposure beyond a traditional accounting role. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, ownership, and growth as the business scales.
Manage Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processing
Analyze customer accounts for payment issues and discrepancies
Generate and distribute customer invoices
Reconcile customer and vendor accounts
Follow up on collections and properly apply payments
Enter non-EDI wholesale orders
Process employee expense reports
Prepare and file sales and use tax returns
Prepare journal entries and support the month-end close
Provide general support across the finance and accounting function
3+ years of experience in accounting or finance
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with QuickBooks Online
Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Experience with Avalara is a plus
Company Summary
Latitude is a Human Resource Consulting Firm headquartered in Hanover, MD with an office in Winter Park, FL. Latitude provides consulting services to a wide range of industries (Technology, Engineering, Scientific, Communications) in both the Private and Public Sectors. We are a contract, contract-to-hire and direct placement personnel agency providing clients with skilled professional employees of all skill levels.
Latitude provides its services to businesses in the Beltway Corridor, Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia regions. However, we are not limited to these areas as we will work with Nationwide Clients. As a company, Latitude differs from other temporary and permanent placement agencies because of the experience of it's owners and the talent and professionalism of it's employees.
With 30 plus years of experience, Latitude's Management team understands what is required to service the needs of the most complex clients and organizations. Our recruiters and consultants are chosen based on their experience and track records within the industry. This commitment to excellence will ensure successful results and most importantly cost efficiency for our client.
Latitude provides each of the following services for all clients and tailors these services to the particular needs of the client.
• Individualized recruiting and reference checking
• Skills evaluation and preliminary interviewing for each employee
• In person screening prior to client interview
• Background checks and drug tests at client request
• Software and technical testing
