Sr. Accountant

Sr. Accountant

Founded in 2017 and based in Chicago, Meitheal is focused on the development and commercialization of generic injectable medications and, as of 2022, has expanded its focus to include fertility, biologic, and branded products. Meitheal currently markets over 60 U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved products across numerous therapeutic areas including anti-infectives, oncolytics, intensive care, and fertility. As of January 2025, Meitheal, directly or through its partners, has 19 products in the research and development phase, 22 additional products planned for launch in 2025, and 24 products under review by the FDA. Meitheal's mission is to provide easy access to fairly priced products through robust manufacturing, consistent supply, and rapid response to our customers' needs. Ranked #2 in 2024 on Crain's Fast 50 in Chicago, and in the top 100 of Crain's Best Places to Work in Chicago from 2022 to 2025, Meitheal emulates the traditional Irish guiding principle we are named for working together toward a common goal, for the greater good.

Competitive pay and medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Long- and short-term disability insurance, as well as life insurance

401(k) plan with match

Competitive PTO and company-paid holidays

Paid parental leave (maternity & paternity)

Employee assistance program

Onsite gym

Hybrid work schedule

The Sr. Accountant position supports the Company's high growth objectives, goals and strategies under the guidance of the Associate Director of Accounting. The Sr. Accountant position supports the month end close process, performs accounts receivable (including gross to net adjustments) and other projects as needed.

The pay range for this position is $75,000 to $110,000. Payrate is determined by considering a person's prior experience and competence.

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Assists in month end close process, including revenue, inventory, fixed assets, prepaids and supply chain accounting, reconciliation and analysis.

Analyzes, processes and resolves chargebacks items to establish appropriate credit within the contractual requirements through extensive research of EDI submissions to resolve discrepancies between wholesaler requests for credit and the Meitheal chargeback system.

Performs corporate accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.

Reviews results on a monthly basis and provides variance analysis.

Prepares and maintains accounting documentation, including technical accounting research on complex accounting issues and documents the position papers.

Independently and timely perform non-recurring, one-off projects and other analyses as delegated by the Associate Director of Accounting.

Business Acumen

Positive Attitude

Business/Financial Acumen

Ethics and Values

Motivation

Critical Thinker

Team Player

Strong Analytical Skills

Technologically Proficient

Professionalism

Ability to utilize advanced finance and accounting experience to manage assigned workload.

Working knowledge of corporate financial statements, including balance sheet, income statement, and related analytics, including cost center review and comparison to budget and forecast.

Able to quickly establish a personal brand within the organization to drive cross functional collaboration.

Curious mindset that proactively seeks understanding and feedback.

Excellent communication skills

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or related areas is required.

CPA is required.

3+ years accountancy experience required.

1+ year of experience with pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.

Big 4 Experience highly preferred.

Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and management reporting and analysis.

Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.