Senior Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Headquartered in Nashville, TN – one of the fastest-growing and most exciting cities in the United States – August Bioservices is a privately-owned, high-growth, and high-impact Contract Development Manufacturing Organization (CDMO).  As a US-based outsourcing partner that provides a wide array of expert drug discovery, drug formulation, and drug manufacturing services to pharma and biotech companies of all sizes, we play a vital role in the global pharmaceutical industry. Our work is instrumental in helping to develop molecules today that can become the life-changing therapies of tomorrow. To support our growth plans, August is investing significant capital in a two-phase expansion project – including building a new state-of-the-art facility adjacent to our current facility. For those seeking dynamic opportunities, rewarding career paths and a chance to make a difference in global health, come grow with August!

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Accountant. This individual will own the full spectrum of accounting operations from full-cycle close and financial reporting to regulatory compliance and external audits, while simultaneously building and strengthening the internal control environment needed to support a growing business.  

This role is critical to ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and scalability of the Company's financial operations as we continue to grow. The Senior Accountant will be expected to operate with a high degree of independence, identify issues before they become problems, and drive solutions across the organization. 

The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting expert with a strong technical foundation, a sharp eye for controls and risk, and the confidence to operate independently, surface issues proactively, and serve as a trusted financial partner to leadership. 

Responsibilities:

Financial Close & Reporting 

• Own and lead the full cycle monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established deadlines 

• Prepare and review general ledger entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and bank reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy and supporting documentation 

• Prepare monthly financial statements including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements; analyze variances and provide meaningful commentary to leadership 

• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and chart of accounts, ensuring all entries are properly supported and documented 

• Partner with the Senior FP&A Analyst to deliver timely and accurate data supporting forecast models, drive the annual budgeting process, and generate financial insights that inform key business decisions 

• Prepare monthly account analysis packages and identify trends, unusual transactions, risks, and opportunities requiring management attention 

• Ensure timely completion and review of all balance sheet reconciliations, with a focus on accuracy, completeness, and resolution of aged reconciling items 

 

Internal Controls & Compliance 

• Continuously evaluate the organization's internal control framework, identifying gaps and recommending corrective action 

• Serve as the internal subject matter expert on accounting policies and procedures; author, maintain, and enforce written accounting policies across the organization 

• Proactively identify control weaknesses and operational inefficiencies, proposing and driving process improvements to reduce risk and improve accuracy 

• Ensure organizational compliance with GAAP and other applicable accounting standards; stay current on regulatory changes and assess their impact on the business 

 

Audit, Tax & External Compliance 

• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors during annual financial audits and year-end review engagements; coordinate requests, prepare work papers, ensure timely and complete responses 

• Prepare and manage all regulatory filings including state sales and use tax returns, and any other required state or local filings, ensuring accuracy and on-time submission 

• Ensure all documentation is “audit ready” throughout the year, not just at audit time 

• Support lender reporting, board reporting, and financial due diligence requests as needed 

• Partner with external tax advisors to support annual income tax filings and related compliance requirements 

 

Process Improvement & Leadership 

• Act as the accounting department's operational backbone, taking ownership of problems and driving them to resolution without significant escalation 

• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve automation, and reduce manual effort while maintaining or strengthening controls 

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators for the close process and control environment, reporting results to management 

• Crosstrain and document processes to ensure continuity and scalability as the organization grows 

• Play a key role in ERP optimization, process automation initiatives, and future system implementations 

• Challenge existing processes and recommend practical solutions that improve efficiency, visibility, and financial accuracy 

Skills & Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field  

• CPA required 

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience 

• Experience independently owning a monthly close process 

• Experience serving as a primary liaison with external auditors  

• Strong proficiency in U.S. GAAP  

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial modeling) 

• Experience with ERP or accounting software platforms (e.g., NetSuite, Sage, QuickBooks, SAP, or similar) 

• Familiarity with financial reporting tools and business intelligence platforms 

• Working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis methodologies 

• High degree of ownership and accountability 

• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail 

• Excellent communication skills 

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment 

• Self-starter who proactively identifies and resolves issues 

• Collaborative team player who can partner cross-functionally with operations, HR, and leadership 

• Integrity and discretion in handling sensitive financial information 

• Demonstrated experience improving processes and strengthening internal controls 

 

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:  

• Advanced coursework or certification in internal controls preferred  

• Public accounting experience preferred 

• Experience supporting private equity-backed, venture-backed, or high-growth organizations preferred 

• Experience working in manufacturing, life sciences, pharmaceutical, medical device, or regulated environments preferred 

• Prior exposure to sales and use tax compliance and multi-state filings preferred 

• Experience participating in an ERP implementation process preferred 

• Experience supporting annual audits, lender reporting, and investor due diligence processes 

• Experience working through periods of rapid organizational growth and process transformation 

What Success Looks Like After 12 Months:

• Month-end close completed within 5 business days with high accuracy
• Balance sheet reconciliations completed monthly with no significant aged items
• Audit completed with minimal adjustments and no material control deficiencies
• Key accounting policies documented and implemented
• Measurable improvements in close efficiency, reporting quality, and internal controls
• Trusted partner to the CFO and broader leadership team 

At August Bioservices, Our Credo is our culture. Everything we do, we do with great care. We believe in the promise of discovery and the power of science to transform lives. We assert that excellence is not a static destination, but a standard, and an every-day measuring stick of our advancement. We aspire to unlock the potential in every person, every process and every molecule – from start to finish. We are committed to doing the right thing the first time and every time, meeting or exceeding all regulatory requirements. We strive to be exceptional, preferred and indispensable partners for our customers; responsible and engaged citizens within our communities; and active, mindful stewards of our environment.

 

We are August Bioservices. We are pointing the way forward. If this sounds like your kind of working environment, we want you on our team!

August Bioservices  is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. August Bioservices does not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.