Temp-Manager, Accounting (contractor role)

Summary: The Manager, Accounting (contractor role) is a critical role within the organization’s accounting department, responsible for preparing and reviewing various schedules/reports/deliverables across multiple accounting areas. The primary purpose of the role is to supplement our current FTEs while the Company is embarking on a multi-year ERP system implementation project. The role partners cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, IT, Engineering, Facilities, and Finance to ensure accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, and continuous improvement of accounting processes and systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Inventory Cost & Manufacturing Accounting

• Contribute to the preparation and maintenance of standard costs within Oracle Process Manufacturing (OPM), including materials, labor, and overhead components and associated variance analysis

• Analyze and report on batch completions, production variances, inventory levels, and inventory status, partnering with Manufacturing and Supply Chain to resolve issues.

• Support CMO inventory accounting and reconciliations across the supply chain.

• Assist in annual physical inventories and cycle counts for internal warehouses, CMOs, and 3PLs.

General Ledger, Fixed Assets, & Operational Accounting

• Support general ledger accounting activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for monthly close.

• Assist with fixed asset accounting, including asset capitalization, disposals, depreciation, reconciliations, and fixed asset register maintenance.

• Analyze lease agreements to ensure appropriate accounting under ASC 842, and collaborate with corporate accounting on such matters as appropriate.

• Support accounting for collaboration-related activities, including deferred inventory, COGS, and partner reporting as applicable.

• Partner with Finance on budget, forecast, and variance analysis related to manufacturing and operational results.

• Support development and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls, ensuring ongoing SOX compliance.

Accounting Systems & Process Improvement

• Serve as an accounting systems partner, maintaining and enhancing Oracle OPM, Inventory, Order Management, and Financial modules.

• Liaise with Accounting, IT, and business stakeholders to troubleshoot functional system issues and support accurate, timely closes.

• Identify and implement process automation and system improvement opportunities, translating business requirements into functional designs, use cases, and testing documentation.

• Assist in end-to-end testing for ERP enhancements, upgrades, and new process implementations, including impact assessments.

Education and Experience

• BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field required.

• Typically 7+ years of progressive accounting experience and working knowledge of inventory and cost accounting within a manufacturing/biotech/pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.

• Experience with Oracle OPM, Oracle EBS, and/or Oracle Fusion ERP strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of US GAAP, manufacturing accounting, and financial statements.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with reporting and analytics tools (Power BI, SmartView, Noetix, Tableau, Qlik, AI tools, etc.) a plus.

• Proven systems and process mindset with the ability to translate business needs into scalable accounting solutions.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• CPA, CMA, or similar certification desirable.Please copy and paste the desired job description for this role here. If you need a copy of an existing job description please reach out to TA or work with your HR Business Partner to develop one for a new role.

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location.  In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, annual bonuses, paid time off, and paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/.  For other countries’ specific benefits, please speak to your recruiter.
Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we are most successful and work best when we are together.  For that reason, many of Regeneron’s roles are required to be performed on-site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about Regeneron’s on-site policy and expectations for your role and your location.
 

Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business.

For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions.  For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.

Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process.  Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc.