Job Specifications
Job Title: Sr Accounting Consultant- Clinical Trials
Location: Hybrid Orange County, Open to San Diego and LA candidates who can come in 1-2 times a month.
Assignment Type: 6 months with potential to extend
Compensation: $50–$70/hr
Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
Position Overview
A late-stage biotechnology company headquartered in Orange County, CA is seeking a Senior Clinical Trials Accountant to join their accounting team on a consulting basis. This position plays a key role in supporting the financial oversight of clinical development programs, with a strong emphasis on accruals, forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration with Clinical Operations and Finance.
This role offers exposure to highly innovative science and provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing life sciences company.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and prepare clinical trial accruals and ensure accurate expense recognition.
Develop and maintain trial-level expense forecasts in partnership with project teams.
Collaborate closely with Clinical Operations, FP&A, and Accounting to support trial planning and financial reporting.
Support month-end and quarter-end close activities related to clinical programs.
Provide variance analysis, reconciliations, and trial-level reporting packages.
Help strengthen internal processes and ensure compliance with company accounting policies.
Interpret trial budgets and protocols to align with appropriate accounting treatment.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2–3 years in a biotech or pharmaceutical environment supporting clinical trials.
Hands-on experience with clinical trial accruals and forecasting required.
Familiarity with trial-related financial systems (e.g., EDC platforms, cost management tools, or similar) strongly preferred.
Strong analytical and Excel skills; ability to interpret and present large sets of data.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively with both finance and operations teams.
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request
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