Senior Accountant

Step into the future with us at Merz Therapeutics, where our family roots meet a bold new vision. Together, we’re embarking on a transformative journey, blending time-honored traditions with exciting new products. As a private, family-owned company, we have the liberty and support to make decisions for ourselves, our customers and the patients we serve. We pride ourselves on building an inclusive culture where there is room to celebrate individual growth with the ability to contribute to a common good as a collaborative team. Our mission is grounded in a long-term view of making a difference for the common good, while growing together as a family.

If you’re looking to immerse yourself in a passionate team rooted in community, connection and camaraderie, then we’re looking for YOU! #IAmMerzTx

Are you ready to galvanize a team around a culture of care, putting patients first to spark change?

Merz Therapeutics is looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to support the North America business by ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with industry regulations, and supporting strategic financial planning within the pharmaceutical sector. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment and have a passion for learning and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities 1. Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

Lead general ledger activities and ensure accurate month-end and year-end close processes

Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with IFRS

Ensure timely submission of corporate reporting packages

Reconcile consolidated data to SAP transactional data (balance sheet, income statement, supplemental reporting)

Support U.S. & Canada sales reporting

2. Financial Analysis & Internal Controls

Perform monthly and quarterly account reconciliations

Analyze aged items for proper classification

Submit preliminary weekly sales reports

Resolve errors in consolidated reporting

Administer FloQast reconciliation tool and train new users

Maintain and enhance internal controls across accounting processes

3. Cash Monitoring

Review and post daily cash transactions and EBS statements

Reconcile daily cash postings to the general ledger

Perform monthly bank reconciliations for key accounts

4. Audit Support

Prepare recurring and ad hoc audit schedules

Provide supporting documentation and explanations

Manage sample requests and roll-forward schedules

Lead year-end audit and close activities

5. Special Projects & Technical Accounting

Support implementation of new accounting tools and systems

Collaborate cross-functionally to drive process improvements

Assist with technical accounting research and policy adherence (IFRS)

Provide backup support for critical accounting functions

6. Process Improvement & Automation

Lead initiatives to automate and streamline accounting processes

Support ERP and SAP system implementations

Contribute to AI tool integration for financial reporting

7. Intercompany Reporting

Manage intercompany transactions, including cross-charges, invoices, and reconciliations

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Merz Therapeutics we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Recruitment Note: Merz Therapeutics only sends emails from verified "merz.com" addresses and never asks for sensitive, personal information or money. If you have any doubts about the authenticity of any type of communication from, or on behalf of Merz Therapeutics, please contact Therapeutics.HR@merz.com

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