Inventory and COGS Lead

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We are hiring at Johnson & Johnson in Prague!

Do you enjoy owning complex inventory and COGS topics endtoend leading transitions and working closely with business partners across Finance Supply Chain and Operations

Do you have strong accounting expertise SAP / JDE knowledge Manufacturing Controller experience and a mindset for process improvement and issue resolution

If yes we would like to hear from you!

Your impact and responsibilities

• Own the finalization control and communication of Inventory & COGS statements and reports (Finished Goods / Inventory) on a monthly basis including indepth data analysis rootcause explanations corrections and journal entry posting using SAP and Excel.

• Act as a key finance contact for inventory activities supporting the transition of Make scope into the GS organization and ensuring accuracy process understanding and operational stability.

• Support J&J affiliates and local finance teams (EMEA) in the finalization and control of inventory reserves (e.g. SLOB Full Absorption Inventory Revaluation LCM) including P&L impact analysis.

• Ensure that inventory data is complete accurate and reported on time in line with monthend closing cutoffs and revenue recognition requirements.

• Take an active role in largescale initiatives and projects impacting inventory and COGS such as transitions system onboarding and process changes.

• Serve as a subjectmatter expert supporting other team members with complex analyses reconciliations and problem resolution and contribute to knowledge transfer and onboarding of new joiners.

• Review existing processes and drive improvements in collaboration with standardization and automation teams identifying root causes of recurring issues and coordinating sustainable solutions.

• Perform inventory reconciliations proactively resolving and preventing discrepancies in cooperation with IT Customer Service Warehouses and Local Finance.

• Proactively and timely respond to queries from stakeholders and act as a trusted finance partner and source of expertise.

Qualifications

• Finance or Accounting background; Bachelors degree minimum

• Several years of experience as Manufacturing Controller

• Strong SAP / JDE knowledge (inventoryrelated processes); experience with advanced analytics tools (e.g. Alteryx Power BI) is a strong advantage

• Advanced MS Excel skills

• Strong analytical problemsolving and communication skills

• Ability to work independently prioritize effectively and manage complex topics

• Proactive mindset with strong ownership and accountability

• Commitment to continuous learning and selfdevelopment

• Proficient written and spoken English

Reports to: Inventory Manager

In addition to base pay we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location where the actual amount is based on the employees and companies performance of the previous calendar year or sales commissions. Moreover we offer vacation days parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks bereavement leave caregiver leave volunteer leave well-being reimbursement programs for financial physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards and subject to the terms of their respective plans employees - and in some locations eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information visitEmployee benefits Supporting well-being & career growth Johnson & Johnson Careers.

*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.

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