Senior Accountant

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd. is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with key operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), Canada (Sumitomo Pharma Canada, Inc.) and Europe (Sumitomo Pharma Switzerland GmbH) focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, psychiatry & neurology, and cell & gene therapies. With several marketed products in the U.S., Canada, and Europe, a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage assets, and in-house advanced technology capabilities, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner. For more information on SMPA, visit our website https://www.us.sumitomo-pharma.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to contribute to the success of our organization by supporting key financial operations. The Senior Accountant will assist the Manager, Accounting with the day-to-day operations of the SMPA accounting team. You will play a key role in completing the month-end close and the review, implementation, and maintenance of controls. This individual will have a vested interest in SMPA’s cultural values, be a self-starter and show a willingness to be heavily involved in the day-to-day operations of the accounting team.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the timely completion of the month-end close through the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and period-over-period account fluctuation analysis
• Collaborate with the Director Manager, Accounting to ensure that the general ledger reflects all financial transactions are recorded in accordance with IFRS
• Be responsible for the cash reconciliation process
• Maintain the fixed asset, leases, prepaids and other current assets schedules
• Assist in the completion of the monthly PO accrual process in tandem with external vendors and internal business stakeholders
• Support the testing and implementation of U.S. GAAP SOX & J-SOX
• Collaborate with our group reporting team on the monthly consolidated financial reporting process
• Collaborate with the accounting team to define process improvements and operational efficiencies

Key Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; willingness to accept responsibility for projects/processes
• Strong excel skills
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task are essential
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities and manage deadlines and deliverables
• Ability to work independently while being able to collaborate with the team and contribute successfully to cross-functional teams
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Team players only

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Accounting or Finance
• Master’s degree or CPA are a plus
• Minimum 3+ years of corporate and/or public accounting experience
• Experience applying IFRS
• Relevant experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry a plus
• Prior experience in a multi-national commercial business a plus
• Experience using Oracle, SAP, and Blackline or similar task management and reconciliation tool
• Internal Control and SOX experience preferred

The base salary range for this role is $86,500 to $108,100. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state.  Our robust time-off policy includes unlimited paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter.  Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Confidential Data: All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential.

Compliance :Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the "best" industry practices and the highest ethical standards.

Mental/Physical Requirements: Fast paced environment handling multiple demands. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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