Financial Reporting Accountant

Galt Pharmaceuticals, LLC.•Atlanta, GA

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

Galt Pharmaceuticals is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Financial Reporting Accountant to join its Finance & Accounting team. Reporting directly to the Controller, the role maintains accurate and reliable financial records, supports timely financial reporting and analysis, strengthens internal controls, and provides insights for business decisions. The position suits a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and collaborating across departments. Experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare, life sciences, or other regulated industries is highly desirable. This is a full-time, salaried position with a four-day work week, Monday through Thursday, and Fridays off. The work model is hybrid, combining remote work with regular in-office collaboration at the company's primary office in the Atlanta metropolitan area. Minimal travel may be required for team meetings, training, or business support activities. The accountant supports financial accounting, reporting, and analysis; month-, quarter-, and year-end close; compliance and internal controls; cash management and operational accounting; and process and systems improvements. The role also uses AI-driven financial reporting and analytics tools to automate routine tasks, improve efficiency and data integrity, and generate actionable management insights. The company describes its culture as collaborative and high-performing, with an emphasis on innovation, accountability, entrepreneurial thinking, and continuous improvement. Applicants must pass a background check consistent with applicable law and be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

At least 4 years of progressive accounting experience.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting principles.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software systems.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic, highly interactive environment.
Ability to pass a background check, consistent with applicable law.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
Experience in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, life sciences, or another regulated industry is highly desirable.
Advanced knowledge of or experience with Intuit QuickBooks Online and Intuit Enterprise Suite (IES) is preferred.
Experience with ERP upgrades or conversions is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and supporting schedules on both an entity and consolidated basis.
Maintain the general ledger and ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately.
Prepare and record journal entries in QuickBooks, ensuring entries have accurate supporting documentation, including accrual support and assumptions.
Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations.
Analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts for trends, one-off adjusting entries, and significant month-to-month fluctuations.
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.
Use AI-driven financial reporting and analytics tools to automate routine accounting tasks, improve reporting efficiency and data integrity, and generate actionable insights for management.
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
Complete financial reporting requirements and supporting schedules accurately and on time, including calculating Adjusted EBITDA on a month-to-date, quarter-to-date, year-to-date, and trailing-twelve-month basis.
Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for financial statement reporting.
Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
Support external audits and facilitate auditor requests.
Assist with tax compliance, annual filings, and regulatory reporting requirements.
Maintain and update internal controls, accounting procedures, and standard operating procedures.
Review and compare industry accounting practices as they relate to company reporting routines.
Perform monthly bank reconciliations and prepare cash flow statements.
Lead financial interactions with the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable Operations team.
Coordinate inventory cost accounting routines with Operations, recording activity to the balance sheet and cost of goods sold using internal warehouse and third-party logistics reports.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and workflow efficiencies.
Support ERP system enhancements, implementations, and upgrades.
Participate in special projects, including business growth initiatives, acquisitions, and process optimization.
Perform other duties as assigned.