A2R DS Team Lead

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Job Function:

Finance

Job Sub Function:

Accounting

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Taguig, National Capital Region (Manila), Philippines

Job Description:

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a A2R DS Team Lead, located in Taguig, Philippines

• Join our change journey at J&J—help shape what’s next
• Step into a high-impact career opportunity with real visibility

THE OPPORTUNITY

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/. 

As a member of our Global Finance team, you will have exclusive access to a network of financial professionals located in over 60 countries. This new network will help you build on your current skills and explore opportunities to grow your career in J&J.  

At J&J Global Finance, we value ideas for innovation and improvement and are committed to diversity and inclusion. Together we will reimagine business processes to become more effective, more efficient, and improve customer experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  

This role will be part the Global Services Finance team in the Legal Entity Accounting process area. The Global Services Finance organization provides best-in-class, cost-effective financial services, and compliance—in a J&J way—to our Operating Companies around the world.   

The Legal Entity Accounting team is responsible for the completeness and accuracy of both the US and Local GAAP & Tax reporting working closely with the Country Tax Centers (CTC). This includes but is not limited to recording and maintaining the accuracy of statutory ledgers, focus on ensuring the correct tax accounting and liaison / coordination with internal and external audit teams.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor and facilitate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities for country in scope. 

• Review journal entries, account reconciliations and management reports related to tax, fully observing Compliance, Internal Audit, and SOX requirements. 

• Support auditors and legal authorities with the execution of required activities – local statutory audit and reporting, statistical reporting. 

• Collaborate with different stakeholders in completing the local statutory audit. 

• Assist in the preparation and full review of the statutory financial statements. 

• Support CTC and collaborate with different stakeholders for tax audit requirements. 

• Supervise the day-to-day operations of the department including work allocation, scheduling, establishment of timelines and other related activities. Perform supervisory duties including hiring, performance evaluation, disciplinary actions, etc. 

• Implement changes in and additions to accounting practices and procedures where applicable. 

• Assist with the development of short and long-range plans to meet the personnel, supply, and equipment needs of the office. 

• Manage ad hoc one-time requests, participates in projects as/when required. 

• Generate ideas, foster, and implement continuous improvement mindset, identifying and pursuing process efficiency opportunities. 

• Ability to confidently present insights and communicate recommendations to upper-level management and key stakeholders. 

ABOUT YOU

Required:

• At least 4-6 years of professional experience under Finance & Accounting 

• At least 1-2 years of Management / Supervisory experience is required 

• Experience in SOX and local statutory audit and full preparation of statutory financial statements 

• Experience in reviewing journal entries, account reconciliation, management reporting, etc. 

• MS Office proficient – Advanced MS Excel knowledge 

• Initiated continuous improvement projects 

• Be open to new ideas, rapid change and embracing new technologies 

• Strong analytical skills 

• Attention to detail and ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial information 

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with employees at all levels  

• Persistent/committed and able to work under time pressure 

Desirable:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or accountancy 

• CPA, CMA, MBA and/or other financial certifications are preferred 
• Experience in a Shared Service Centre of a multinational corporation or BPO  

• Experience in a Global Account to Report function of a large multi-state company    

• Ability to handle ambiguity and fluid situations, demonstrating a pragmatic approach  

• Successfully manage multiple priorities, be very organized and work efficiently to tight deadlines 

• Solid US GAAP accounting knowledge 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English 

• Digital/ intelligent automation capabilities

Other: 

• This position will require up to 0-5% international travel 

• Candidates may be asked to work shifts to align with global assignments in the Americas / EMEA / Asia 

• Lead/Participate in other Regional/Global/Cross functional duties as assigned 

COMPANY CULTURE

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Continuous training and support.
• Award-winning leadership development programs.
• Inclusive, flexible, and accessible working arrangements.
• Equal opportunity employer supporting diversity and inclusion.

WHY CHOOSE US:

• Competitive remuneration package and continuous training.
• Supportive environment with award-winning leadership development programs.
• Inclusive, flexible, and accessible working arrangements for all.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. 
 
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
 
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Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Accounting, Analytical Reasoning, Audit Management, Budgeting, Compliance Management, Cost Management, Detail-Oriented, Developing Others, Execution Focus, Financial Analysis, Financial Reports, Financial Risk Management (FRM), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Numerically Savvy, Process Oriented, Relationship Building