We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our growing Finance & Accounting team. This role supports core accounting operations including general ledger management, financial close, and inventory accounting within a publicly traded pharmaceutical environment. The position will play a key part in the monthly close process, preparation of journal entries and reconciliations, and maintenance of strong internal controls. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to continuous process improvement. Key Responsibilities: • Support inventory accounting in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, including preparation of related journal entries and reconciliations • Manage assigned accounting areas, including accruals, prepaid expenses, and fixed assets • Prepare monthly journal entries and perform account reconciliations in accordance with US GAAP • Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close cycle, including preparation of journal entries, variance analyses, and supporting schedules • Understand the underlying account balances to document and explain period-over-period fluctuations and deliver meaningful and accurate monthly financial analyses • Assist with preparation of internal and external financial reporting and supporting schedules along with tie-outs of the financial statements • Support external audits during quarterly reviews and year-end audit by preparing requested documentation and analyses • Identify and support opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency • Review contracts as needed and model the accounting implications of arrangements in Excel • Assist with SOX controls documentation, testing, and compliance efforts • Review P&L accounts to ensure proper classification • Conduct the annual fixed asset observation and maintain accurate asset tracking • Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting • Maintain organized financial records and support general administrative tasks within the finance function • Support ad hoc financial analyses and projects as needed Requirements: • 3+ years of experience in accounting or finance • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required • Public accounting and/or publicly traded company experience preferred • Life sciences, biotech, or pharmaceutical industry experience preferred • Experience with NetSuite a plus • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite required (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint) • Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills • Strong knowledge of US GAAP • Detail-oriented with analytical and problem-solving abilities • Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a team setting • Ability to manage multiple deliverables and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment • Strong commitment to ethical standards and company policies • Adaptable and able to thrive in an evolving, fast-paced environment Madrigal's Total Rewards strategy is based on a biotech industry peer group comparator and is inclusive of base pay, bonus and equity. Our equity offers meaningful opportunity allowing our employees to share in the success they help create. By aligning individual and company performance, we empower employees to think like owners, giving them a stake in the organization. All employees receive equity, which we believe reinforces our ownership culture. Base salary is determined by several factors including the candidate's qualifications, skills, education, experience, business needs and market demands. As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position, applicable to all candidates, is $96,631- $119,498 per year. We comply with all applicable minimum wage laws. All full-time employees receive equity, which reinforces our ownership culture and offers meaningful opportunity for our employees to share in the success they help create. By aligning individual and company performance, we empower employees to think like owners, giving them a stake in the organization. Full-time employees are also eligible for comprehensive benefits, including flexible paid time off, medical, dental, vision and life/disability insurance, and 401(k) offerings (i.e., traditional, Roth, and employer match) in accordance with applicable plans. We also offer additional voluntary benefits like supplemental life insurance, legal services, and other offerings. In addition, we offer mental health benefits through our Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family. The company also provides other benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.