Senior Accountant - Revenue

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Job Function:

Finance

Job Sub Function:

Accounting

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Taguig, National Capital Region (Manila), Philippines

Job Description:

“Reimagine the possibilities” at Johnson and Johnson Global Finance! We live this motto every day by creating game‐changing business solutions for the world’s largest and most broadly‐based healthcare company.

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 of the Global Services Finance team in the Revenue 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 Revenue Accounting team is responsible for complete and accurate accounting and reporting for all Sales, Returns & Billing adjustments . This includes but is not limited to managing Revenue recognition, cut‐off & Rebate processes and reporting via the 'Bravo' system.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Be compliant with applicable laws and regulations, and follow guidelines in the J&J Credo

 

• Maintain Operational Excellence
• Responsible for executing accounting and daily operations for Revenue Accounting process area
• Timely closing & execution of financial periods as per closing calendar and in accordance with SLA commitments, fully observing Compliance, Internal Audit & SOX requirements
• Accountable for completeness, accuracy and validity of the actuals reported within process/entity scope
• Understand, adhere and execute per worldwide policies and procedures.
• Identify compliance risks and recommend solutions
• Regular focus on Balance Sheet reconciliations to minimize open items
• Analyze complex business transactions and accounting scenarios to ensure appropriate revenue recognition and compliance with global accounting policies.
• Perform root cause analysis on accounting variances, reconciliation issues, and process exceptions, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to drive resolution.
• Support auditors and legal authorities with the execution of required activities
• Ensure strong internal controls are in place, in order to achieve “adequate” internal and external audit ratings

 

• Talent management
• Recruit, onboard and training of new joiners

 

• Be a trusted business partner
• Execute global Strategy & Solutions in line with taxonomy
• Translate complex accounting and operational concepts into clear and actionable communications for business partners and leadership teams.
• Support Process Subject Matter Experts (SME's) and Operational Key Contacts (OKC's) to ensure cross sector, cross region and cross process alignment, ensuring good documentation is maintained and consistency of a global approach

 

• Create game‐changing innovation
• Generate ideas, fosters and implements continuous improvement mindset, identifying and pursuing process efficiency opportunities
• Identify process inefficiencies, control gaps, and operational risks, and recommend sustainable solutions to improve accuracy, efficiency, and stakeholder experience in line with global standards
• Continuously challenge existing processes and leverage data-driven insights to support process simplification, automation, standardization, and operational excellence.

Qualifications:

Education

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s level degree or equivalent is required, preferably in accounting, finance, or related business discipline
• CPA, CMA, MBA and/or other financial certifications is preferred

Required

• Demonstrated ability to learn complex processes quickly and adapt effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment while embracing new technologies
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess situations independently and make sound recommendations.
• Ability to connect operational activities with financial outcomes and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly to finance and non-finance stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience working with large data sets and utilizing data to support decision-making is an advantage.

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
• Knowledgeable in using automation tools (Power Tools, VBA Macro)
• Solid US GAAP accounting knowledge

 

Other

• This position will require up to 0‐5% international travel
• Proficient in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and MS Office in particular Excel
• Candidates may be asked to work shifts to align with global assignments in Americas / EMEA / Asia
• Lead/Participate in other Regional/Global/Cross functional duties as assigned
• Fluent English, other language skills desirable

 

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

 

 

Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Accounting, Accounting Policies, Analytical Reasoning, Audit Management, Budgeting, Business Behavior, Communication, Controls Compliance, Cost Management, Detail-Oriented, Execution Focus, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Financial Recordkeeping, Financial Reports, Financial Risk Management (FRM), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Issue Escalation, Numerically Savvy