Staff Accountant

ABOUT MEITHEAL PHARMACEUTICALS

Founded in 2017 and based in Chicago, Meitheal Pharmaceuticals is focused on the development and commercialization of generic injectables and, as of 2022, has expanded its focus to include fertility, biologics, and biosimilars. Meitheal currently markets 50 US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved products across numerous therapeutic areas including anti-infectives, oncolytics, intensive care, and fertility. As of the end of April 2023, Meitheal, directly or through its partners, has over 20 products in the research and development phase, 21 products planned for launch in 2023, and an additional 20 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 among the top 100 Crain's Best Places to Work in Chicago, Meitheal emulates the traditional Irish guiding principle we are named for - Meitheal (Mee*hall): working together toward a common goal, for the greater good.

Summary

The Staff Accountant position supports the Company's high growth objectives, goals and strategies under the guidance of the Controller. The Staff 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 Responsibilities

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 performs non-recurring, one-off projects and other analyses as delegated by the Controller.

Competencies

* Business Acumen

* Positive Attitude

* Business/Financial Acumen

* Ethics and Values

* Motivation

* Critical Thinker

* Team Player

* Strong Analytical Skills

* Technologically Proficient

* Professionalism

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* 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

Education and/or Experience Required

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

*3-4 years accountant experience required.

*Minimum of 1-3 years of experience with pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.

*Big 4 Experience highly preferred.

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

Computer Skills

Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

AAP/EEO

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.