Assistant Manager - Account to Report

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• Responsible for executing accounting and daily operations for Account to Report (A2R) areas. 
• Timely closing & execution of financial periods as per closing calendar and in accordance with SLA commitments, fully observing Compliance, Internal Audit & SOX requirements. 
• Accountable for completeness, accuracy and validity of the actuals reported within process/entity scope. 
• Driving deep expertise, ensuring team are fully knowledgeable of the Worldwide Procedures and compliance requirements for respective areas. 

• Support auditors and legal authorities with the execution of required activities. 
• Understand, adhere, and execute per worldwide policies and procedures. Identify compliance risks and recommend solutions to remediate / prevent breach. 
• Ensure strong internal controls are in place, to achieve “adequate” internal and external audit ratings. 

• Attract, develop, and retain a highly competent, high-performing, motivated and diverse Credo-based team.
• Develop succession plans for and support career development of the team.
• Ensure effective performance management within team.
• Lead a team of Analysts. 

• Execute global Strategy & Solutions in line with taxonomy. 
• Internally recruit, mentor, and drive the individual Process SMEs to ensure cross sector, cross region, and cross process alignment, ensuring good documentation is maintained and consistency of a global approach. 
• If assigned a role of Operational Key Contact (OKC) then candidates will be the key liaison point within their Process for a defined Region & Sector with BUF and CFMs, answering queries, coordinating with SMEs/analysts on process and operational matters, resolving issues and updating partners on close status. 
• If assigned a role of Subject Matter Expert (SME) then candidates will be responsible to ensure cross sector, cross region, and cross process alignment, ensuring good documentation is maintained and consistency of a global approach. 

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s level degree or equivalent is required, preferably in accounting, finance, or related business discipline.
• ACA, ICWA, CPA, CMA, MBA and/or other financial certifications is highly preferred.

• At least 8 - 10 years of professional experience is required.
• At least 2-3 years of Management / Supervisory experience is required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with employees at all levels.
• Ability to frame clear & concise communication
• Be open to new ideas, rapid change and embracing new technologies.

• Experience in a Global Account to Report function of a multinational company
• Ability to handle ambiguity and fluid situations, demonstrating a pragmatic approach
• Successfully manage multiple priorities, be very organized and work efficiently to tight deadlines
• Solid US GAAP accounting knowledge
• Digital/ intelligent automation capabilities

• Travel as per Business needs
• Proficient in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and MS Office in particular Excel. 
• Candidates may be asked to work shifts to align with global assignments in Americas / EMEA / Asia. 
• Lead/Participate in other Regional/Global/Cross functional duties as assigned. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. 
• Fluent English, other language skills desirable. 

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.