Job Type: Full-time
Location: Bethesda, MD
Job Title: Senior Accountant/Financial Analyst

Company Overview:
Pocket Naloxone Corp. (PNC) is a well-funded pharmaceutical startup based in Bethesda, MD. We are currently developing a nasal OTC naloxone product and may develop several other pipeline products also utilizing our patented nasal delivery platform. We are committed to helping prevent families from losing loved ones needlessly to opioid overdoses by making our flagship naloxone product widely available at a low price point, after we receive regulatory approval.

Position Overview:
The Senior Financial Analyst/Accountant will be responsible for overseeing and managing all accounting functions and financial analysis for the company. The ideal candidate will have deep experience with managerial accounting for a manufacturer/supply company. Preference will be given to those with a strong understanding of pharmaceutical and device development, manufacturing, quality and commercialization processes.
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Financial Planning & Analysis Responsibilities:
Working in consultation with the company’s executive officers and distributors, as applicable, to develop (i) an operations budget, (ii) a list of KPIs, (iii) a facility build-out budget, and (iv) supply-chain/launch budget/forecast.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the accounts payable functions (including weekly bill payment through bill.com)
• Regularly perform financial analysis for the company, including budgeting and forecasting
• Monitor monthly financial activity and run budget versus actual analyses
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve any reconciling items on a timely basis
• Prepare monthly revenue and expense accruals
• Perform monthly journal entries
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports
• Interpret new financing agreements/contracts for proper accounting treatment
• Research items of a technical nature to determine proper accounting and presentation
• Ensure internal controls are effectively maintained for assigned tasks
• Devise and implement robust accounting policies and procedures to guarantee the timeliness and precision of financial reporting
• Analyze and advise on business operations including revenue and expenditure trends, financial commitments and future revenues
• Provide strategic recommendations, as needed
• Interact with investors, as necessary
• Interact with board members, as necessary
• Other complex projects and duties, as assigned

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by those in this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, and other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; advanced degree preferable.
• At least three (3) years of accounting experience.
• Possess an in-depth understanding of advanced accounting principles and practices, coupled with extensive experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.  
• Capable of working independently and in a team environment.
• Experience with QuickBooks and Xero accounting software.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• A demonstrated ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders including from industry and preferably also from academia.
• Preferred: Certified Public Accountant.
• Preferred: Certified Management Accountant.

Travel:
Not applicable.

Other Information and Benefits:
Pocket Naloxone Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employees are eligible to receive health, vision and dental insurance and participate in the 401k plan with a company funded 5% match. The Company provides life and short and long-term disability insurance to employees. Full-time employees receive 21 days of paid time off and 20 company holidays a year!

If you are a results-driven and highly motivated individual with a passion for healthcare, we encourage you to apply!

Send your resume or CV to recruiting@pocketnaloxone.com.

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