Financial Controller - Record to Report

  • Full-time
  • Workday Global Grade: 15

Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on XFacebookInstagramYouTubeLinkedIn and Tik Tok.

Job Description

Purpose Statement:

Record to Report Financial Controller is responsible for Record to Report (RTR) process for dedicated Affiliate/s as well as coordination and oversight of accounting activities for this Affiliate as a first point of contact regarding process matters and technical accounting expertise in US GAAP.

Record to Report Financial Controller drives and co-ordinates the financial close process, prepares and reviews journal entries and reconciliations, provides financial and accounting analysis, delivers resolution on operational matters (process and accounting related), prepares BS, P&L and DSO planning.

The role reports to Regional Accounting & Reporting Manager.

Major Responsibilities:

  • Maintain US GAAP and local ledgers including the preparation and/or review of related journal entries and reconciliations
  • Drive and own the financial close process and calendar for the Affiliate or cluster of affiliates, including responsibility for execution of related SOX controls
  • Support financial and accounting analysis involving complex transactions including but not limited to general accounting, fixed assets, intercompany and financial reporting activities/transactions
  • Prepare and review management and statutory reports including quarterly Balance Sheet Review with required business-oriented commentaries
  • Prepare the annual entity plan, Balance Sheet, P&L and DSO (Days Sales Outstanding) plans, compare the Plan to actuals and provide variance analysis focusing on business drivers (commercial entities only)
  • Provide accounting treatment in line with Group policies to Affiliates
  • Provide Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) partner with guidance for resolution of accounting issues
  • Provide all necessary support during group, statutory and internal audits, act as liaison for any RTR related queries
  • Support the Statutory/Fiscal Reports process with third-parties, where applicable
  • Work closely with FSS Regional Chief Accountant and with the Finance Director/s of assigned affiliate/s to ensure high quality of the ledgers and full compliance with Accounting Policies
  • Propose and implement initiatives aimed to improve efficiency and quality of the process

Qualifications

A driven, energetic person with very strong accounting expertise, able to act as focal point between different stakeholders, multitask and meet fixed deadlines.

  • Master’s Degree with an accounting or finance
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting, planning and financial analysis
  • Experience in an international environment - pharma sector is a plus
  • ACCA, CPA, CIMA qualification or equivalent is a plus
  • Strong computer skills, particular experience with Excel and SAP
  • Professional proficiency of English, any other language would be an asset
  • Strong analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills
  • Strong written and verbal skills enabling effective communication with all levels of management
  • Individual must be self-motivated with great follow-up skills and be able to work independently
  • Ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
  • Strong organizational skills required to coordinate and manage multiple cross divisional work process and projects
  • Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset and drive for excellence

Additional Information

We offer:

  • Chance to become a part of dynamically growing biopharmaceutical company.
  • Friendly organizational culture.
  • Hybrid working model ( 3 days from office, 2 days from home).
  • Flexible working hours and additional days off.
  • Attractive annual bonus.
  • Training opportunities and professional development.
  • Extensive benefits package (Multisport, Medicover, life insurance, PPK, commuting allowance, lunch card, bonus for referring new employees).
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program.
  • Company Social Benefits Fund (co-funding of cultural, educational and leisure activities, rehabilitation classes or psychological consultations for employees and their family).
  • Charity initiatives incl. Week of possibilities - days of employee volunteering.
  • Wellness initiatives – global events promoting work-life balance, physical and mental well-being.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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