RTR Senior Accountant
RTR Senior Accountant
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Job Description
At Gilead were creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years weve tackled diseases such as HIV viral hepatitis COVID-19 and cancer working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the worlds biggest health challenges and our mission requires collaboration determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
Every member of Gileads team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions and were looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible together.
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 Controllers 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 Controllers 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 Gileads 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.
Flexibility to support US hours/late close approx. 1-3 days per month as required
support the Statutory Accounting and VAT programs if required
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. Strong knowledge of SAP 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
Manage complexity:
Able to manage 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 and 2-3 years of relevant experience. Experience operating in a Shared Service environment an advantage. Experience in biotech or pharmaceuticals industry also a plus.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
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 individuals 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.
For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:
Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
