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Job Description
Controllers Global Accountant Cpl in partnership with our client Pfizer are seeking applications for Controllers Global Accountant to join the team in Dublin on a fixed term contract - hybrid working model
Job Purpose:
From an operational perspective, the R2 R department has a number of corporate accounting responsibilities within the Controllers organisation.
Controllers Global Accountant is responsible for an entity/entities, working with the local markets and internal departments to report to Pfizer Corporate Headquarters on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
As part of month end reporting, the Accountant is responsible for: *Trial Balance submissions associated with the entity/entities.
*All programs required to be run as part of month end (e.g.
accruals, revaluation) *Detailed analytical review of data *Answering queries/analytical requests from Pfizers headquarters or from the local Market *Accounting issues and tasks that arise from the monthly reporting *Performance of Balance Sheet Reconciliations; review of reconciliations prepared by other parties *Compliance with internal controls *Preparation of audit deliverables for both internal and external audits Controllers Global Accountant will also be responsible for identifying inefficiencies with a view to developing and implementing more robust processes within the group.
There are additional operational areas where the R2 R Accountant could become involved.
These include:
*Acquisitions/Divestures *Distributions *Other ad hoc responsibilities as required Controllers Global Accountant would take responsibility for the above named tasks/transactions, with oversight/guidance from the Team Lead.
There are also a number of project responsibilities that may arise from this position.
This is dependent on business circumstances (e.g.
team structure, stage of migration cycle).
Job Description:
*Responsible for monthly, quarterly and annual corporate reporting to US Headquarters.
*Proactively identify, rectify and follow-up on errors and causes of errors while managing the quality and development of financial accounts, systems, processes and databases within given parameters.
*Handle general ledger inquiries from other internal departments, Controllers and the Market.
*Work with Corporate Audit and KPMG for all audit related issues under US GAAP; provide audit information on a timely basis.
*Develop effective working relationships with key stakeholders in the Market and Controllers group.
*Perform/Review monthly reconciliations.
*Contribute to team effort and assist co-workers as needed.
*Identify opportunities for continuous process improvements and innovative solutions so the team can operate in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
*Participate in projects that require creativity and analytical skills.
Education, Skills and
Experience Required Education:
*University Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting *Member of a Professional Accountancy body Skills & Experience: *Minimum of three years of related accounting experience required *Ability to work independently *Ability to work under pressure and to handle several projects at once *Strong accounting, interpersonal, analytical thinking and organisational skills *SAP experience desirable *Ability to apply innovative solutions to continuous process improvement opportunities *Proficiency in PC skills (particularly Word and Excel) *Experience in dealing with external auditors and involvement in the audit process *Experience in financial reporting in a similar shared service environment is also beneficial for this position.
*Language skills are preferable though not essential.
Technical:
*Strong technical accounting skills i.e.
good knowledge of accounting standards *Strong analytical skills *Knowledge of US GAAP *Familiarity with Sarbanes Oxley and internal controls Skills: Finance Accountant USGAAP