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Job Description
RTR Senior Accountant
General Job Requirements
Reporting to the RTR Lead, Global Financial Solutions (GFS), this position will be responsible for the General Ledger accounting and act as the primary Relationship Manager for one or more entities within the GFS and support our Bluestream SAP multi-year project.
Position-Specific Job Requirements
the development of strong relationships with stakeholders
contribution to the definition of service standards and continuous management of service partnership agreements
contribution to the definition and maintenance of key performance indicators (KPIs) and the establishment of a continuous improvement culture
maintains ledger integrity and ensures financial compliance with the worldwide Controller’s manual and to all applicable laws and regulations
responsible for the timely and accurate review and posting of month-end close and accounting transactions; P&L and balance sheet account analysis, review, reconciliation and resolution
ensure financial records are in compliance with GAAP. Consistently maintains appropriate internal controls and upholds company policies and procedures including Worldwide Controller’s manual
interacts successfully with internal and external auditors and supports quarter-end, interim and year-end audits by providing timely and accurate data and communication
evaluates processes and recommends and implements process improvements
helps develop, maintain and assess internal controls related to Gilead’s accounting and financial reporting systems
interacts successfully with non-financial personnel as well as with internal and external auditors
responsible for the accounting and reporting requirements under U.S. and local GAAP
a champion for the Global Financial Services philosophy and architecture for Finance
excellent interpersonal skills - the ability to work effectively across multiple functions and different cultures and lead and develop a team
ability to quickly establish credibility with and influence diverse audiences
experience in a global finance function of a multi-location, multinational corporation
ability to travel is necessary
support the Statutory Accounting and VAT programs within the International GFS
Knowledge, experience, competencies
The person we seek will be a qualified accountant with a fundamental understanding of what it takes to operate within a multi-country RTR environment in a multi-national corporation. The person we seek will ideally have at least 2-3 years business experience and will have held a RTR position in a similar organization operating in several major countries in Europe, with exposure to the United States and in depth knowledge of general accounting policies and procedures and US GAAP as well as in depth knowledge of local European country statutory and tax reporting requirements. Strong knowledge of Oracle or equivalent is essential. Proficiency with Microsoft tools (Excel, Outlook, and Word) required.
Experience of operating RTR processes in Shared Services in a multi-country corporate environment is a definite advantage.
Customer service:
A commitment and focus on customer service – defining and exceeding multiple customer expectations and delivering on the service commitments
Process focus:
Skills in process analysis, assessment and improvement and working in a team environment where continuous improvement is encouraged
Interpersonal skills:
An effective team player, whose energy and well-developed communication skills make this person a persuasive leader, negotiator and relationship builder.
Thinker/Do-er:
A clear, fast thinker, able to translate business needs into pragmatic solutions and implement them.
Diversity:
Able to work effectively in a multi-functional, multi-cultural environment
Handle complexity:
Able to handle the ambiguity that arises from time to time in a global organization in a multi-country environment.
Language
The person we seek will be able to communicate effectively in English. An additional major European language would be beneficial – French, German, Spanish or Italian.
Specific Education and Experience Requirements:
A professional accounting qualification from a recognized body (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA); preference for a background in a practice training environment. Typically requires either a BA or BS degree in accounting or equivalent relevant experience. Experience operating in a Shared Service environment an advantage. Experience in biotech or pharmaceuticals industry also a plus.
It is the policy of Gilead Sciences, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively "Gilead" or the "Company") to recruit select and employ the most qualified persons available for positions throughout the Company. Except if otherwise provided by applicable law, all employment actions relating to issues such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, returns from layoffs, company-sponsored training, education assistance, social and recreational programs are administered on a non-discriminatory basis (i.e. without regard to protected characteristics or prohibited grounds, which may include an individual’s gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, veteran status, and age, unless such protection is prohibited by federal, state, municipal, provincial, local or other applicable laws). Gilead also prohibits discrimination based on any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
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