Strategic Senior Accountant: M&A & Process Improvement

Premier Biotech; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Biotech is seeking a Senior Accountant to support growth through acquisitions, scale operations, and improve processes. You will partner with the Controller to ensure accurate financial reporting, lead month-end close activities, and integrate acquired entities into Premier's reporting framework.

The role offers broad exposure to accounting operations, systems, and cross-functional collaboration. Strong problem-solving and ERP experience are essential for success in this fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience working within ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a growing organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts and investigate variances.
• Assist in preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with GAAP.
• Support internal and external audit activities.
• Assist with accounting due diligence activities associated with acquisitions.
• Support integration of acquired companies into Premier's accounting processes, controls, and reporting structure.
• Participate in opening balance sheet reviews, account mapping, and financial data validation.
• Assist with post-acquisition process standardization and financial reporting integration.
• Support special projects related to growth initiatives and business expansion.
• Support inventory, revenue, and cost accounting activities.
• Assist with complex reconciliations involving rebates, chargebacks, vendor agreements, and inventory transactions.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records and supporting documentation.
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and other business functions to resolve accounting issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiency.
• Support ERP and financial system optimization efforts.
• Cross-train within the accounting team to improve organizational resiliency and scalability.
• Assist in documenting accounting procedures and strengthening departmental controls.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel

Analytical abilities

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Sage

QuickBooks

ERP systems

Job description

Premier Biotech is seeking a Senior Accountant to support growth through acquisitions, scale operations, and improve processes. You will partner with the Controller to ensure accurate financial reporting, lead month-end close activities, and integrate acquired entities into Premier's reporting framework.

The role offers broad exposure to accounting operations, systems, and cross-functional collaboration. Strong problem-solving and ERP experience are essential for success in this fast-paced