Accounting Manager (33573)

Orion Group Life Sciences are looking for an Accounting Manager on behalf of our Multinational Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology client located in Breda. Initial 12-month contract. This is a hybrid role.

What will you do?

As the new Accounting Manager Intercontinental you perform accounting and controlling activities for the more complex affiliates of our client in the ELMAC region (Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Africa, Canada) to ensure accurate and timely group reporting. This role will be responsible for timely and efficient use of accounting system(s), to harmonize and improve current accounting practices in line with International and Corporate Accounting Guidance, support local finance and build strong business working relationships.

Main Responsibilities of the role

• Responsible for accurate, complete and timely monthly and quarterly accounting close for Europe.
• Use and review of month-end accounting checklist.
• Responsible for review of manual Journal Entries posted by our outsource partner accounting staff.
• Responsible for the review of trial balance and account reconciliations.
• Performs quarterly Balance Sheet reviews.
• Coordination and oversight of accounting activities performed by our outsource Partners for Europe, based in India.
• Operate as a link between local, regional and functional finance teams (Tax, Treasury, Customer Finance, Disbursements etc.) establish clear roles & responsibilities and install the appropriate processes and tools for Europe.
• Support and advise local Finance leads with Tax compliance, internal and external audits as well as implementation of recommended improvements for ELMAC.
• Supports the preparation of close packages (including variance analysis).
• Provide timely technical accounting guidance and controlling training to impacted stakeholders where applicable.
• Lead for Accounting (automation) projects and Process improvements for ELMAC Accounting HUB and/or cross functional.
• Performs control validations and testing (IICC/SOX).
• Create and track financial metrics as part of dashboard for management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of accounting experience.
• Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, MBA or equivalent.
• CPA or equivalent.
• Professional work experience in International Finance or Accounting.
• Experience with SAP, Hyperion and/or other financial reporting tools.
• Solid presentation skills and ability to present effectively to functional Finance Management.
• Project management skills including a strong process-oriented approach, good understanding of system implications.
• Demonstrates a high level of analytical skills and capability to solve complex problems rather independently.
• Self-starter with high work ethic.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to influence personnel across functions and at all levels.

If you would like to have a confidential conversation regarding this opportunity please reach out to Tim Browaeys, tim.browaeys@orioneng.com or contact Tim on 0044 7593448607
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