Opportunity Description

You will be an integral part of the Finance team charged the entire financial operations of a rapidly growing and expanding pharmaceuticals company. The person will oversee the Finance team and will directly report to Vice President, Finance. The candidate must have a passion to succeed and contribute to a high− performance team that delivers exceptional results. Must possess positive attitude and adaptable to a “startup” type of environment without losing focus on business goals. This individual should be a strong and dependable leader who builds trust with their team and is transparent, ethical, and honest.

Company Information

Generic Pharmaceuticals

Job Duties

• Oversee and complement the day−to−day operations of the Accounting/Finance team, with an emphasis on creating efficiencies, time management, and general accounting.
• Responsibilities include executing/ reviewing finance / reporting activities, budgeting, forecasts and other special projects.
• AR & AP coordination with Global Shared Service Team and ensure timely completion of activities.
• Review Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) every month end and coordinate with respective team members for accuracy.
• Ensure timely completion of month end, Quarter end and year end close as per company timelines.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors and provide relevant information / documentation to auditors.
• Coordinate with Tax team and provide relevant information and check for accuracy for Quarterly / Annual Qtr4 annual tax filing.
• Review quarterly tax liability weekly.
• Ensure Transfer Pricing regulations are compiled and work with external consultants for timely completion of Transfer pricing Study.
• Forecasting profitability and cash flow, managing the annual budgeting process and budget data, and supporting senior management decision making with professional financial analyses.
• Responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and reporting performance vs budget and forecast results.
• Prepare GAAP financial statements, provide analysis of variances and balances for month−end reporting; and make month−end journal entries.
• Preparation of Monthly reconciliation of B/S accounts, review of journal entries,
• review of General Ledger and sub ledger reconciliation, inventory valuation, report generation and variance analysis
• Assist the Executive Team in developing financial presentations and documenting items for decision.
• Maintain accounting controls and policies established by the Company to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvement with particular focus on
• efficiency and return on investment. Presents findings and recommendations as applicable to senior leadership.
• Perform other duties as required and assigned by senior leadership.

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance / Accounting or related discipline. − Required

Experience & Skills Required

• Advanced knowledge of Excel a must
• Experience with NetSuite Preferred
• Minimum 4−5 years of experience in Accounting/Finance
• 2 years of experience in the generic pharmaceutical industry preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting in an ERP environment
• Excellent analytic and observation skills
• Sound judgement and experience to apply to current situations.
• Excellent computer skills using spreadsheets and database tools.
• Be able to work within deadlines and be able to prioritize self and staff to meet the Company’s expected delivery times.
• Highly efficient and should be a team builder.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Approachable and willing to help employees both inside and outside of finance.
• Ability to effectively interpret and communicate financial results to non−financial managers.
• Should be a go getter and proactive while dealing with customers, vendors, and departments.