What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Reporting & Accounting Manager position at The Fountain Group?
Job Title: Manager, Financial Reporting and Accounting
Location: East Hanover, NJ (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)
Pay Rate: $60–$64/hour W2
Duration: 12 months
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Financial Reporting and Accounting Manager to support month-end close, financial reporting, and control activities. This role will partner closely with business partner, Group Finance, Shared finance center, Tax, Treasury and affiliate finance teams to ensure accurate reporting, effective controls, and timely management insights.
Key Responsibilities
Execute month-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
Analyze balance sheet and P&L movements and prepare financial commentary explaining key variances and business drivers.
Prepare and post manual journal entries, accruals, and cost cross-charge.
Investigate and resolve intercompany and reporting discrepancies with internal stakeholders and affiliates.
Prepare reporting packages and presentations for CFO and finance leadership reviews.
Coordinate financial review and sign-off processes, including controls and compliance documentation.
Execute key financial controls, including financial statement tie-outs, accrual completeness reviews, manual journal entry review and close readiness checks.
Prepare cash forecasts and support management reporting.
Manage intercompany billing and invoice review/approval activities.
Prepare supporting documentation for audits, reviews, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain financial reporting procedures, work instructions, and process documentation.
Collaborate effectively with Business, Group Finance, Tax, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
7 years of accounting, financial reporting, or controllership experience is required.
Pharmaceutical industry experience is strongly preferred. Enterprise corporate experience is required.
Strong knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP with strong experience with month-end close, balance sheet review, financial controls, and management reporting required.
Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP S/4HANA, required
Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills required.
Candidates should possess strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Skills:
CPA certification.
Experience with manufacturing, fixed assets.
Experience with financial consolidation and reporting systems
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at Privacy Policy
Salary : $60 - $64