Accounting Technology Lead

Description

Location: India (Remote)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Controller
Department: Finance
Company: Norstella

About Norstella
At Norstella, our mission is simple: to help our clients bring life-saving therapies to market quicker—and help patients in need.

Founded in 2022, but with history going back to 1939, Norstella unites best-in-class brands to help clients navigate the complexities at each step of the drug development life cycle —and get the right treatments to the right patients at the right time.

Each organization (Citeline, Evaluate, MMIT, Panalgo, The Dedham Group) delivers must-have answers for critical strategic and commercial decision-making. Together, via our market-leading brands, we help our clients:

• Citeline – accelerate the drug development cycle
• Evaluate – bring the right drugs to market
• MMIT – identify barrier to patient access
• Panalgo – turn data into insight faster
• The Dedham Group – think strategically for specialty therapeutics

By combining the efforts of each organization under Norstella, we can offer an even wider breadth of expertise, cutting-edge data solutions and expert advisory services alongside advanced technologies such as real-world data, machine learning and predictive analytics. As one of the largest global pharma intelligence solution providers, Norstella has a footprint across the globe with teams of experts delivering world class solutions in the USA, UK, The Netherlands, Japan, China and India.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Accounting Technology Lead to drive the optimization and integration of financial systems across Norstella's global operations. The Accounting Technology Lead will spearhead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of accounting systems and automation workflows. You'll bridge Finance and IT, ensuring our ERP and related platforms are scalable, secure, and aligned with business objectives. This hands-on role demands both technical acumen and strong stakeholder management. In this role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and identify process enhancements that elevate our financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end implementation, enhancement, upgrades, and maintenance of accounting systems (NetSuite preferred)

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate financial systems with operational platforms (e.g. Salesforce)

• Design and execute automation strategies and solutions for AP, AR, GL, and financial reporting

Integrate accounting platforms with operational tools

• Manage vendor relationships, oversee system support, and negotiate service agreements

• Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations, workflows, and user training

• Define and enforce data governance, internal controls, and compliance standards

• Develop comprehensive documentation, train end users, and drive adoption

• Monitor system performance; identify and implement continuous improvements

• Support month-end and year-end close cycles with technology-driven process enhancements

Qualifications & Skills

Education & Certification

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field

• CA, CPA, or equivalent professional certification

Experience

• 8+ years of experience implementing and maintaining accounting technologies in a global environment

• Deep expertise in ERP systems (NetSuite, Oracle Cloud) and financial automation tools (e.g., BlackLine, FloQast, Alteryx)

• Proven track record managing cross-functional projects and remote teams

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Thorough understanding of accounting processes, internal controls, and compliance frameworks

Cultural Fit

You are mission-driven, with a passion for rigorous standards and ethical conduct. You thrive in dynamic, global teams and bridge geographical and cultural divides with empathy and clarity. Your entrepreneurial mindset fuels continuous learning and innovation, aligning with Norstella's purpose of accelerating access to therapies.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Provident Fund
• Life Insurance
• Reimbursement of Certification Expenses
• Gratuity
• 24x7 Health Desk

Our guiding principles for success at Norstella

01: Bold, Passionate, Mission-First
We have a lofty mission to Smooth Access to Life Saving Therapies and we will get there by being bold and passionate about the mission and our clients. Our clients and the mission in what we are trying to accomplish must be in the forefront of our minds in everything we do.

02: Integrity, Truth, Reality
We make promises that we can keep, and goals that push us to new heights. Our integrity offers us the opportunity to learn and improve by being honest about what works and what doesn't. By being true to the data and producing realistic metrics, we are able to create plans and resources to achieve our goals.

03: Kindness, Empathy, Grace
We will empathize with everyone's situation, provide positive and constructive feedback with kindness, and accept opportunities for improvement with grace and gratitude. We use this principle across the organization to collaborate and build lines of open communication.

04: Resilience, Mettle, Perseverance
We will persevere – even in difficult and challenging situations. Our ability to recover from missteps and failures in a positive way will help us to be successful in our mission.

05: Humility, Gratitude, Learning
We will be true learners by showing humility and gratitude in our work. We recognize that the smartest person in the room is the one who is always listening, learning, and willing to shift their thinking.

Norstella is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Our ethos is to respect and value people's differences, to help everyone achieve more at work as well as in their personal lives so that they feel proud of the part they play in our success. We believe that all decisions about people at work should be based on the individual's abilities, skills, performance and behavior and our business requirements. Norstella operates a zero tolerance policy to any form of discrimination, abuse or harassment.

Sometimes the best opportunities are hidden by self-doubt. We disqualify ourselves before we have the opportunity to be considered. Regardless of where you came from, how you identify, or the path that led you here- you are welcome. If you read this job description and feel passion and excitement, we're just as excited about you.