Accountant I - # 26-15362

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary accounting resource for the Commercial team during monthly close periods, ensuring all journal entries are prepared, reviewed, and posted in an accurate and timely manner.
• Collaborate with BPO on month end reconciliations.
• Review journal entry support documentation to confirm adherence to established SOX controls and internal accounting policies; escalate exceptions and control gaps as appropriate.
• Engage regularly with Commercial team members across Therapeutics, Aesthetics, and PCYC business units to understand evolving business needs and identify accounting activities that can be transitioned to FSS.
• Lead and support the identification, documentation, and execution of process transitions from the Commercial team to FSS, driving greater efficiency, standardization, and scalability across the organization.
• Build and maintain productive working relationships with commercial finance partners, business unit controllers, and other FSS colleagues to facilitate seamless month-end close activities.
• Proactively identify opportunities to enhance existing accounting processes, reduce manual effort, and improve the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Experience: 1-3 years of progressive accounting experience in a similar role.
• Technical Proficiency: Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles. Hands-on experience with ERP systems, particularly SAP, is strongly preferred. Familiarity with BlackLine or similar account reconciliation platforms is a plus.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present findings and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and apply sound judgment in resolving issues in a timely manner.