As R2R Inventory / Cost Accounting Analyst, you will execute operational activities for the Americas RSS in Costa Rica.
Job Summary
•Performs advanced accounting functions requiring thorough knowledge of accounting methods, principles, and practices.
•Responsible for complex analysis and audits of accounting transactions, processes and interrelationships.
•Identifies complex accounting issues, and researches and recommends implementation plans for new and existing accounting policies and guidance.
•Examines and audits financial statements and documents for conformance with accounting requirements and principles.
•Key contact to affiliates for accounting and reporting topics.
•Serves as an internal resource by sharing best practice and expertise to colleagues.
•May have lead responsibilities for special projects, strategic implementations, etc.
•Responsible for maintaining and continuously improving the quality system and achieving quality objectives through daily actions.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
•Leads complex accounting analysis and auditing for assigned area of responsibility. Serves as the subject matter expert for affiliates served and an internal resource for colleagues. .
•Prepare a variety of complex financial and/or cost activities, statements and/or reports including but not limited to trial balances, balance sheets, financial statements, profit-and-loss statements or statements of sourcing and application of funds. Prepares journal entries for entry into the general ledger or cost accounting system on a monthly basis by collecting necessary data, analyzing and/or allocating costs, and preparing audit train support for the journal entries.
•Prepares appropriate commentary or explanations relating to report items of particular interest or significance. Conducts any investigations of the accounts involved. Recommends to management the actions to be taken.
•Supplies or explains data to customers, secures information, or describes data, which could be made available. Provides advice on accounting matters especially when based on well-established principles and practices.
•Ensures that systems and procedures are in compliance with company policies, acceptable accounting practices, and applicable regulations.
•Serves as an internal resource to colleagues and assists in their development and training. Performs other duties and assist or lead with projects as needed
Qualifications
•Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or any related field is required
•Proven knowledge of finance and accounting principles and practices GAAP or IFRS and auditing
•Knowledge of applications in a computerized environment, including spreadsheets applications, and databases (e.g. Excel, PowerPoint, Word, G-Suite, etc.)
•Proven analytical, and accuracy skills. Requires attention to details
•Effective written and verbal communication skills.
•Strong ability to prioritize and organize work effectively, adhere to tight and established deadlines
•Knowledge of Finance Shared Services and operational accounting processes and related technology systems (e.g. SAP, Blackline,etc.) is desired.
•Experience working with one or more SAP Modules (i.e. FCC, FI, CO/PA, MM, and FA).
•Strong presentation and analytical skills.
•Ability to perform work with limited direction and guidance.
•Ability to prioritize effectively and multitask, meet all deadlines and manage up.
•Works well with others and follow through to execute all tasks.
•Language: Fluent English & Spanish required, Portuguese and/or French preferred.
•Accounting IAS Certification (i.e. CPA, ACCA etc.) preferred.
Experience
•Accounting experience 4+ years. Solid record of accomplishment on Inventory / Cost Accounting area. Additional experience such as General Ledger, Management Accounting, and Fixed Assets is a plus.
•Prior experience in Pharmaceutical industry is a plus.
Roche is an equal opportunity employer.
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