Let s do this. Let s change the world. The Senior Associate will play a key role in executing on the Global Accounting close process and support accounting and reporting projects. The role will focus on collaboration with accounting teams and stakeholders to ensure accurate and timeline financial close and a robust control environment
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Support accurate, complete and timely monthly and quarterly accounting close including analysis, reconciliation, and Interpretation.
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Understand transactions driven by the business, in order to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
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Analyze financial results and provide explanations to management for the movements of Balance Sheet, Income Statement and Cash Flow statements.
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Prepare detailed support for external reporting deliverables (10Q/10K).
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Work with Finance and Operational teams in performing accounting tasks and monitoring the successful processing of Month End close activities, including but not limited to preparation and review of journal entries and account reconciliations.
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Develop strong relationships within Finance (Financial Planning, Tax, Purchase to Pay, Treasury, Global Strategic Sourcing).
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Support the effective execution, documentation, and testing of controls including support of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Certification and other control verification processes.
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Support Internal/External/Tax audits by timely providing backup, explaining transactions, and answering inquiries, as applicable.
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Process Improvement, Automation and Project Management
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Collaborate with process team members to determine and support the implementation of continuous improvement opportunities that will enable an efficient and effective accounting close process.
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Obtain knowledge in Automation and Reporting solutions, including deployment, (e.g. UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Anaplan, Tableau, Alteryx, MS Teams, Smartsheet, Docusign) to reduce transactional work in favor of strategy and analysis.
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Oversight and coordination of activities with third-party service providers (including risk management documentation) and cross functionally to ensure appropriate service is provided and any issues are resolved
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Senior Associate professional we seek should possess these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications/Skills:
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Master s degree and 1 to 3 years of Accounting experience OR
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Bachelor s degree and 3 to 5 years of Accounting experience OR
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Diploma and 7 to 9 years of Accounting experience
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Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
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Experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP), RPA or other technologies supporting the accounting function
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Proficient in Microsoft Teams, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
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Knowledge and experience with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and financial reporting
Preferred Qualifications/Skills:
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Detail oriented and highly motivated
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Strong project management skills
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Able to take the initiative and work under a minimum supervision
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Collaborative spirit and effective communication skills to work seamlessly in a cross-functional team
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Work experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
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Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Professional Certifications (Preferred) :
Soft Skills:
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Exceptional collaboration and communication skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully.
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Team-oriented with a focus on achieving team goals.
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Proven ability to work with cross-functional and multicultural teams to deliver on shared goals.
What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we ll support your journey every step of the way.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.