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Gilead Sciences

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    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Accounting & Tax
  • Milan
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AI generated summary

  • You need 3+ years in accounting, a degree in accounting, strong analytical and communication skills, proficiency in Excel, and experience in audit or biotech preferred. Detail-oriented and adaptable.
  • You will manage accounting tasks, prepare reports, ensure compliance with procedures, support month-end closes, conduct analyses, and train staff on accounting tools while collaborating with various teams.

Requirements

  • • Performs and possibly supervises accounting sub-function and preparation of reports and statistics detailing financial results.
  • • Coordinates schedules, activities, and reports with other departments.
  • • Establishes and maintains operating procedures within the context of existing internal controls and company policies.
  • • Responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of journal entries (with appropriate supporting documentation) for the month-end close and accounting transactions.
  • • Responsible for preparing analysis and schedules for local management as well as internal and external auditors.
  • • Frequently interacts with peers, outside customers, external auditors and functional group members at various management levels.
  • • May be asked to train employees in other functions on the proper use of accounting software and tools.
  • • Interaction normally requires the ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations or providing technical information concerning specific projects.
  • • Support month-end and year-end close processes.
  • • Cash flow preparation
  • • Must be able to apply accounting knowledge to day-to-day operations and assigned projects.
  • • Strong technical expertise in their area of responsibility is required.
  • • Ability to identify trends through analysis of various data.
  • • Proficiency with Microsoft tools (Excel, Outlook, and Word) is required. SAP expertise is a nice to have
  • • Strong written, presentation and interpersonal skills are required.
  • • Excellent organizational, analytical and problem solving skills are required.
  • • Able to work in a fast-paced, changing environment, meeting deadlines in an accurate and timely manner.
  • • Must be detail-oriented
  • • Minimum Experience: 3+ years of relevant experience and a BA or BS degree in accounting or equivalent.
  • • Preferred Experience:
  • • Experience in Audit firm.
  • • Experience in biotech or pharmaceuticals industry a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Performs and possibly supervises accounting sub-function and preparation of reports and statistics detailing financial results.
  • Coordinates schedules, activities, and reports with other departments.
  • Establishes and maintains operating procedures within the context of existing internal controls and company policies.
  • Responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of journal entries (with appropriate supporting documentation) for the month-end close and accounting transactions.
  • Responsible for preparing analysis and schedules for local management as well as internal and external auditors.
  • Frequently interacts with peers, outside customers, external auditors and functional group members at various management levels.
  • May be asked to train employees in other functions on the proper use of accounting software and tools.
  • Interaction normally requires the ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations or providing technical information concerning specific projects.
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Cash flow preparation.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Finance Accounting Specialist?

The primary responsibilities include performing and supervising accounting tasks, preparing financial reports, coordinating with other departments, maintaining operating procedures, preparing journal entries, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A BA or BS degree in accounting or an equivalent field is required, along with 3+ years of relevant experience.

Is experience in the biotech or pharmaceuticals industry preferred?

Yes, experience in the biotech or pharmaceuticals industry is preferred.

What skills are essential for the Finance Accounting Specialist role?

Essential skills include strong technical expertise in accounting, proficiency in Microsoft tools (Excel, Outlook, and Word), strong written and interpersonal skills, excellent organizational and analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Will the Finance Accounting Specialist interact with external auditors?

Yes, the role involves frequent interaction with external auditors as well as peers and functional group members at various management levels.

Is training provided for other employees on accounting software?

Yes, the Finance Accounting Specialist may be asked to train employees in other functions on the proper use of accounting software and tools.

Are there opportunities for career advancement in this role?

Yes, Gilead encourages professional development and career advancement as part of its culture and employee experience.

What types of analyses will the Finance Accounting Specialist be responsible for?

The role includes preparing analyses and schedules for local management and providing support preparations for cash flow.

Is SAP expertise mandatory for this position?

SAP expertise is considered a nice-to-have but is not mandatory.

What is the company culture like at Gilead?

Gilead's culture emphasizes collaboration, empowerment, inclusion, and a commitment to making a direct impact on global health challenges.

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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?”