Senior Accountant

Prinston Laboratories

Company Overview:  

Prinston Pharmaceutical, Inc. is a vertically integrated U.S. pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and delivering high-quality, affordable medicines. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we operate a seamless end-to-end model through our specialized subsidiaries: Solco Healthcare (Sales & Marketing) and Prinston Lab (Manufacturing, based in Charlotte, NC).

Supported by the global manufacturing excellence of our parent company, Huahai Pharmaceuticals, and a robust network of partners in India and beyond, we maintain a resilient and diversified supply chain. By combining global scale with rigorous quality standards, we optimize our operations to ensure patients have reliable access to the medicine they need.

Position Overview: 

We are seeking an experienced and analytical Senior Accountant to join our Cost Accounting function and play a critical role in supporting financial visibility and cost control across manufacturing operations.

In this role, you will work closely with the Controller and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate product costing, inventory tracking, and cost reporting. You will be responsible for executing day-to-day cost accounting activities, maintaining item master data and standard costs, performing variance analysis, and supporting budgeting and inventory processes.

This position is ideal for a hands-on finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is looking to make a direct impact on operational and financial decision-making. Depending on business needs, this role may function as an alternative to an Assistant Manager level and requires a high degree of independence and ownership.

Key Responsibilities: 

·      Assist in reviewing daily cost-related financial transactions and provide analysis to support the Controller and management team in cost monitoring and control.

·      Maintain accurate inventory master data and Bills of Materials (BOM) within the ERP system.

·      Support physical inventory processes by coordinating with plant teams and participating in periodic cycle counts and reconciliations.

·      Monitor fixed asset tracking and accounting, ensuring compliance with capitalization policies and depreciation schedules.

·      Analyze inventory adjustments and cost variances; identify anomalies and collaborate with relevant teams to resolve discrepancies.

·      Participate in month-end close activities, including gross margin analysis and reconciliation of inventory-related accounts.

·      Assist in documenting standard operating procedures (SOPs) and workflow guidelines related to cost accounting processes.

·      Support the preparation and consolidation of data for the annual budgeting process.

·      Provide ERP system support to internal users for inventory-related transactions and reporting.

·      Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications: 

·      Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA or CMA preferred but not required.

·      1–3 years of accounting experience, preferably with inventory and cost accounting exposure in a manufacturing environment.

·      Strong knowledge of accounting principles and US GAAP.

·      Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other database tools.

·      Experience with ERP systems (SAP strongly preferred) and financial analytics tools.

·      Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

·      Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and a strong team player.

·      Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.

·      Fluency in Chinese is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits: Base salary: $70,000 – $90,000   

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina

Benefits:  

• 401(k)  
• Health insurance  
• Dental insurance  
• Paid time off  
• Vision insurance  
• Life insurance 
• Disability insurance 
• Flexible spending account (FSA) 
• Employee assistance program 
• Paid time off 

Job Type: Full-time