Manage end-to-end accounting and reporting activities for global Royalties and Collaborations, US Biopharma and R&D business units, including period close activities, manual journal entries, reconciliations, disclosures, payments
Establish operational activities/projects that support mid-term goals and set direction for the team and overall Controllers – Global Accounting
Manage and lead people, technology, and financial resources
Act as technical/functional expert providing leadership and direction to direct reports and other teams across Controllers, F&GBS and stakeholder areas
Set objectives for and manage multiple projects/ongoing work activities of high complexity within Controllers, F&GBS, and stakeholders' areas
Provide input to senior management decisions that may have an impact on the team and stakeholders
Actively share knowledge with others across multiple stakeholders through existing knowledge sharing processes/systems and encourage others to share knowledge across the organization
Identify existing process/product improvements and develop innovative, advanced new concepts (emerging technology, AI) that improve processes/products across Global Accounting and stakeholders areas
Champion innovation by developing resources to implement new ideas and taking appropriate risks within Global Accounting
Manage performance of direct and indirect reports and support Controllers Global Accounting objectives through goal setting, ongoing assessment and coaching, and performance evaluation
Recognize development needs and identify/create development opportunities (e.g., special assignments) for colleagues; develop a talent base and anticipate development needs within the team
Prepare for and manage change that impacts the team, Controllers Global Accounting and stakeholders areas
Act as a team culture champion to instill, encourage, and manage Pfizer culture for all direct and indirect reports and ensure strong team engagement, as measured by Pulse surveys, PLI evaluations, and goal achievement
Lead site and Controllers Global Accounting initiatives
Requirements
Bachelors degree in applicable discipline with Masters degree preferred
Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience required
Public accounting experience strongly preferred
Practical experience of US GAAP and Statutory Accounting/Experience of other GAAPs required
SAP & FCCS experience strongly preferred
International experience seen as a plus
English proficiency required
CPA or international equivalent (ACCA) required
Management and supervisory experience required
Ability to drive innovation and manage complex projects
Experience in developing and implementing strategic initiatives
Benefits
401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
Additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid vacation
Paid holiday and personal days
Paid caregiver/parental leave
Paid medical leave
Medical benefits
Prescription drug coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
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