An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
Somerset, NJ Solaris Pharma Corporation is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of high-quality, complex generic and specialty medicines. Backed by deep expertise across the full product development lifecycle and a highly skilled scientific team, Solaris operates with streamlined, efficient processes that reduce development timelines and costs—without compromising quality. We are dedicated to building a diverse portfolio of complex generics and specialty products, enabling earlier patient access to challenging, high-value therapies. Our strength lies in our integrated capabilities across R&D, regulatory strategy, and commercialization. Solaris' growing pipeline spans multiple dosage forms, including sterile, dermatological, and solid oral products, each presenting unique formulation, process, regulatory, stability, and scale-up challenges that we are uniquely positioned to solve.
Description:
Solaris Pharma Corporation is seeking a Staff Accountant, Accounts Payable with 3-5 years' experience.
Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable Duties Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner. Verify invoices, purchase orders, and payment requests. Prepare and process checks, ACH payments, and wire transfers. Reconcile vendor statements and resolve payment discrepancies. Maintain organized accounts payable files and records. Communicate with vendors regarding billing inquiries and payment status. Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures. General Accounting Duties Maintain and update general ledger accounts. Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes. Perform bank and account reconciliations. Prepare journal entries and support documentation. Assist in preparing financial reports and statements. Monitor company expenses and support expense control initiatives. Support cash flow tracking, forecasting, and financial management activities. Assist with payroll booking and payroll-related journal entries. Support tax preparation, tax filings, and compliance reporting. Provide audit support by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and required documentation. Support budgeting and financial analysis processes. Ensure accuracy and integrity of accounting data and internal controls. Process Improvement & Automation Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and operational efficiency. Support implementation of AI solutions and process automation for accounting and finance functions. Assist with automation initiatives related to invoice processing, reconciliations, reporting, approvals, and document management. Collaborate with management to streamline accounting procedures and reducemanual processes.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred. 2+ years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting. Knowledge of accounting principles and financial procedures. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, and accounting software. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Preferred Skills Understanding tax regulations and compliance. Strong analytical and reconciliation skills. Knowledge of automation tools, OCR invoice processing, or AI-based accounting solutions. Experience supporting tax, audit, payroll booking, cash flow management, and expense control preferred. Interest or experience in AI tools, automation platforms, or process improvement initiatives is a plus. Work Environment Full-time position On Site Standard business hours with occasional overtime during month-end closing
Pay:
From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance