RTR Senior Manager

Gilead Sciences

9d ago

Job
Full-time
Expert Level
People, HR & Administration
Accounting & Tax
Cork
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You must be a qualified Chartered Accountant with RTR experience in a multinational, strong in US GAAP, SOX compliance, and people management. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential.
You will manage accounting processes, ensure compliance, develop stakeholder relationships, oversee monthly close and financial reporting, lead your team, and support audits and financial reviews.

Requirements

- Qualified Chartered Accountant or person with an equivalent accountancy qualification with a fundamental understanding of what it takes to operate within a multi-country RTR environment in a multi-national corporation.
- The person we seek will ideally have RTR experience in a similar organization operating in several major countries in Europe, with exposure to the United States and in depth knowledge of general accounting policies and procedures in particular revenue recognition and US GAAP as well as knowledge of Irish statutory and tax reporting requirements. Experience leading Parent Entity reporting would be beneficial.
- People management experience is essential
- Experience managing and leading teams through periods of significant change
- Capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously, working under pressure and to meet strict reporting deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - the ability to work effectively across multiple functions and different cultures
- Self-starter and able to act on own initiative. Strong interest in contributing to and leading the strategic imperatives of the RTR GFS team
- Detailed knowledge and experience of SOX Compliance
- Established experience preferably within a Multinational Company
- Ability to Interacts successfully with non-financial personnel as well as with internal and external auditors
- This role requires a flexible and adaptable individual, an individual who has strong peripheral vision to allow them to capture accounting related matters in newly established markets and work closely with the outsource providers to ensure local compliance.
- Working knowledge and experience of Oracle / SAP or similar ERP product would be beneficial
- Proficiency with Microsoft tools (Excel, Outlook, and Word) required
- Proven analytical ability and creative problem solving skills.
- Self-driven with high levels of integrity, excellence and teamwork.
- Ability to travel is necessary
- A commitment and focus on customer service - defining and exceeding multiple customer expectations and delivering on the service commitments
- Skills in process analysis, assessment and improvement and working in a team environment where continuous improvement is encouraged
- An effective team player, whose energy and well-developed communication skills make this person a persuasive leader, negotiator and relationship builder.
- A clear, fast thinker, able to translate business needs into pragmatic solutions and implement them.
- Able to work effectively in a multi-functional, multi-cultural environment
- Able to handle the ambiguity that arises from time to time in a global organization in a multi-country environment.
- The person we seek will be able to communicate effectively in English. An additional major European language would be beneficial - French, German, Spanish or Italian.
- Resilient profile with the ability to deliver in an ambiguous environment
- Navigate teams through periods of significant change
- Ability to engage and manage multiple stakeholders to achieve the objective
- Curious with learning agility
- Operationally excellent
- Organised with systematic approach to prioritisation
- Process orientated to achieve the business objective

Responsibilities

The development of strong relationships with key stakeholders, in particular with market finance teams globally. Ability to quickly establish credibility with and influence diverse audiences.
Maintains ledger integrity and ensures financial compliance with the worldwide Controller’s manual and to all applicable laws and regulations
Ensure financial records are in compliance with GAAP. Consistently maintains appropriate internal controls and upholds company policies and procedures including Worldwide Controller’s manual
Manages, prepares, administers, and directs the accounting close and financial reporting process for the markets within their responsibilities.
Responsible for the timely and accurate review of month-end close and accounting transactions; P&L and balance sheet account analysis, review, reconciliation and resolution.
The recruitment, retention, motivation, performance management and development of their team
Contribute to the strategic focus and lead key priorities of the RTR GFS team
Contribution to the definition and maintenance of key performance indicators (KPIs) and the establishment of a continuous improvement culture
Interacts successfully with internal and external auditors and supports quarter-end, interim and year-end audits by providing timely and accurate data and communication.
Coordination of Balance Sheet Reviews with the relevant EMEA Controller and Market Finance Leads for respective Market(s)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - the ability to work effectively across multiple functions and different cultures.
Responsible for supporting and review of the Statutory Accounting Activities for one or more entities.
Review of tax calculations (VAT, Corporation tax) and oversight of related filings
Support the monthly operations decks process for one or more entities within the International GFS.
Responsibility for Accounting SOX Compliance and controls for all markets within the GFS
Contribute to the review of monthly flux reporting packs.
Ability to travel is necessary.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the RTR Senior Manager at Gilead?

The RTR Senior Manager is responsible for General Ledger accounting for one or more entities within Global Financial Solutions (GFS) Cork, ensuring financial compliance and maintaining ledger integrity.

What qualifications are required for the RTR Senior Manager position?

The position requires a qualified Chartered Accountant or equivalent accountancy qualification, with experience in a multi-country RTR environment and knowledge of GAAP, US GAAP, and Irish statutory and tax reporting requirements.

Is people management experience necessary for this role?

Yes, people management experience is essential, as the RTR Senior Manager will be responsible for the recruitment, retention, motivation, performance management, and development of their team.

What skills are emphasized for successful candidates?

Successful candidates must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a strong interest in strategic imperatives, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Does this role require travel?

Yes, the ability to travel is necessary for this role.

What is the importance of diversity and inclusion in the GFS Cork team?

Gilead emphasizes inclusion and diversity to create a safe working environment, as it fosters innovation and engagement, making employees feel valued and empowered.

What kind of experience is preferred for candidates?

Candidates are preferred to have established experience within a multinational company, particularly with RTR operations in major European countries and exposure to the United States.

Are there specific software skills required for this role?

Yes, experience with Oracle, SAP, or similar ERP products is beneficial, along with proficiency in Microsoft tools such as Excel, Outlook, and Word.

What core values does Gilead uphold for its employees?

Gilead's core values include Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence, Accountability, and Inclusion.

What additional languages are beneficial for this position?

A major European language such as French, German, Spanish, or Italian would be beneficial, in addition to effective communication skills in English.

Gilead Sciences

Science & Healthcare

Industry

10,001+

Employees

1987

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The way we see it, the impossible is not impossible. It’s simply what hasn’t been achieved yet. For more than 30 years, we’ve pursued it, chased it down, tackled it for answers and surrounded it for a way in. We have worked tirelessly to bring forward medicines for life-threatening diseases. Creating Possible drives everything we do. It’s evident in our mission and core values. This is how we built a culture of excellence that is fueled by a passion for improving lives of people around the world. For us, nothing is impossible – because of the people we work with, the communities we stand with and the partners we push forward with. Our ~12,000 employees band together through science, grit, compassion and courage to prove the impossible wrong. At Gilead, the tangible results of your contributions are evident. Where every individual matters. Where all employees can enhance their skills through ongoing development. And where we start every day with one question: “What’s next?”