Senior Accountant GFS

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At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

We can offer

• Flexible working - flexible start and finish times, 50% home/office working
• Domestic and international relocation support considered
• Visa sponsorship
• Career and qualifications support
  

Position Summary

Responsible for the complex activities related to Record to Report including Intrastat reporting, Sales reconciliation, coordination of Intercompany back-charges, journal entry processing, closing activities and other complex financial processes

Key Responsibilities

• Perform tasks accurately and independently as assigned by line manager through application of accounting and business knowledge
• Prepare and review scheduled Balance Sheet Account Reconciliation Activities, action, monitor and execute escalations.
• Exhibit mastery of relevant Standard Operating Procedure and the reconciliation tool.
• Prepare and present balance sheet reviews
• Monitor and manage specific month end (and year-end) related activities per Month End Close Timetable in collaboration with third party service provider.
• Understand overall closing schedule and assignment of tasks during the close and their respective deadlines and dependencies.
• Participate in daily monitoring calls during month end close. Escalate potential risks in delays from month end tasks
• Support on audit planning and execution process
• Continuous improvement in R2R, co-ordinate the optimisation of processes across the markets or companies within the market, consistently implementing best practices
• Have a good working knowledge of company systems, procedures, policies and controls, information sources and analytical techniques.
• Conduct complete ad hoc projects
• Actively obtain understanding of local business. Become subject matter experts in relation to processes performed.
• Co-operate with internal and external above-market GFS services,.
  

Soft Skills

• Work and manage activities independently within assigned scope; identify, analyse and solve problems requiring cross-department involvement; manage demands and expectations;
• Take responsibility and accountability for successful completion of assigned tasks
• Daily/weekly/monthly work prioritisation and planning guided by understanding of dependencies, complexity and compliance requirements.
• Co-operate with other teams internally as well as with external parties (local authorities).
• Independently drive cross-functional deliverables and issue resolution process within assigned scope
• Communicate clearly and appropriately at different levels of the company regarding assigned tasks
• Ability to influence people at all levels both locally, regionally and globally
• Apply understanding of overall end-to-end process in task execution, decision making and planning.
• Identify and drive areas for CI within assigned scope by influencing and engaging business partners and supporting peers and managers in delivering on a broader scope.
  

Required Skills & Desired Experience

• Degree in accounting or equivalent business experience.
• AAT qualified/ ACCA or CIMA part- or fully-qualified
• Experience in Intrastat reporting - required
• Maintains a high level of technical accounting knowledge of US GAAP or IFRS.
• Experience in accounting or finance, with demonstrable experience in record to report
• Excellent computer skills with competencies in MS applications (Excel, Outlook) and major ERP platforms (preference SAP).
• Excellent working knowledge of record to report processes in a multinational company. Public accounting with a big four firm or Internal Audit with a large Corporation is a plus.
  

Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognises the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.

Our company is committed to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. If you require reasonable adjustments in completing this application, or any part of the recruitment process direct your enquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Applicants can request an approval of an adjustment prior to accepting a job offer.