Accounting Manager

• We are seeking an Accounting Manager to join our Global Accounting team. As the new Accounting Manager you perform accounting and controlling activities for the more complex Amgen affiliates in the ELMAC region (Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Africa, Canada) to ensure accurate and timely group reporting. This role will be responsible for timely and efficient use of accounting system(s), to harmonize and improve current accounting practices in line with International and Corporate Accounting Guidance, support local finance and build strong business working relationships.
• Besides that, you will support the ELMAC Controllers with the successful delivery of strategic, tactical, and general accounting & controlling goals.
• In this role, will also be under your responsibility performance of balance sheet reviews in liaison with outsourced partners/Finance and Administration team at the ELMAC affiliate, as well as the control validations and testing (IICC/SOX).

Responsibilities

• Responsible for accurate, complete and timely monthly and quarterly accounting close for Europe.
• Use and review of month-end accounting checklist
• Responsible for review of manual Journal Entries posted by our outsource partner accounting staff
• Responsible for the review of trial balance and account reconciliations
• Performs quarterly Balance Sheet reviews
• Coordination and oversight of accounting activities performed by our outsource Partners.
• Operate as a link between local, regional and functional finance teams (Tax, Treasury, Customer Finance, Disbursements etc.) establish clear roles & responsibilities and install the appropriate processes and tools for Europe.
• Support and advise local Finance leads with Tax compliance, internal and external audits as well as implementation of recommended improvements for ELMAC.
• Supports the preparation of close packages (including variance analysis)
• Supports the more complex countries/ operations sites.
• Provide timely technical accounting guidance and controlling training to impacted stakeholders where applicable.
• Lead for Accounting (automation) projects and Process improvements for ELMAC Accounting HUB and/or cross functional.
• Performs control validations and testing (IICC/SOX).
• Create and track financial metrics as part of dashboard for management

Basic Qualifications:

• Masters degree and 10+ years of Finance experience
• Bachelors degree and 12+ years of Finance experience
• CPA or equivalent
• Knowledge of financial management and accounting principles.
• Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial software.
• Financial experience in a global, multi-site corporation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in finance, accounting, or MBA
• Extensive accounting experience
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in parallel
• Familiarity with the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
• Experience with global finance operations.
• Proficiency in data analytics and business intelligence tools.
• Finance transformation experience involving recent technology advancements
• Prior multinational capability center experience
• Experience with SAP (ECC and/or S4), Blackline, Workiva, Tableau/PowerBI

Soft Skills:

• Solid presentation skills and ability to present effectively to functional Finance Management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity and ethical standards.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities.
• Adaptability to a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in parallel