Job FunctionFinance
Job Sub FunctionFinance Business Partners
Job CategoryPeople Leader
All Job Posting LocationsMilano, Italy, Pomezia, Roma, Italy, Prague, Czechia
Job DescriptionGlobal Services Finance is the Johnson & Johnson finance centre located in many regions of the world, being this position located in Prague/Czechia or in Milan/Rome Italy. The main goal of this position as part of Legal Entity Accounting Team is to deliver compliant local financial services to J&J affiliates. The Position of LE Accounting Manager is responsible for the local Statutory Accounts and Statutory Financial Statements for specific companies under their responsibility. This position is highly involved in all local statutory audits and support to Tax teams, working as a "Conductor" to orchestrate different teams to reach legal entities objectives!
Core Responsibilities Include
Full responsibility for the local Statutory Reporting Requirements of companies in-scope of this manager
Oversee the preparation by a 3rd party provider of the local Statutory Financial Statements of companies in scope.
Coordinate and execute (when applicable) corrective action plan related to Statutory Financial Statements process
Monitor, analyze and review department work and related processes to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy
Apply a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure
Key point of contact within the group on all technical statutory accounting queries and be responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with external service provider, J&J corporate tax teams, external audit teams (PwC), and local management teams (finance, supply chain, legal, etc)
Ensure that all necessary closing requirements statutory are done
Support J&J corporate tax centers by gathering and delivering the necessary data and information in response to requests related to corporate tax matters (e.g., tax returns and audit inquiries) for the companies in scope
Ensure that standardized processes with local audit (PWC), as well as 3rd party providers, are in place thorough understanding of the audit process and ability to liaise closely with Auditors, Local Management teams, and other stakeholders eg Tax Advisors
Provide detailed specific guidance and support on complex business issues and financial system issues so that overall control is maintained
Close interaction with A2R Group and other Global Services Groups (specific statutory requirements)
Support projects when applicable (provide insights into specific local statutory and tax requirements or process related)
Interact with other Global teams to benchmark process and address action plans
People Management
Recruit, lead, motivate and develop team.
Clear communication of job expectations
Planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions
Coaching and mentoring of team members
Foster an environment of respect, teamwork, innovation and sharing of ideas.
Compliance Statement
Ensure strong internal controls are in place, in order to achieve "adequate" compliance with SOX controls and Local GAAP according to jurisdictions requirements
Keeping businesses compliant with various local accounting regulations
Work transparently and communicates clearly with Senior Leadership
Committed to meeting all corporate and local deadlines
Qualifications
Committed to meeting all corporate and local deadlines
Languages
Fluent English is required
Fluent Italian is required
Experience Required
Previous job experience in one of the Big 4 companies or other audit firm preferred
Experience in Italian statutory accounting and tax
Experience with GAAP conversions and related agenda
Skills & Competencies
Great analytical skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate well in presentations for Leadership
Strong interpersonal, supervisory and customer service skills required
Proven business partnering skills (especially with external audit teams)
Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, meet deadlines and be able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment, fostering same mindset with the team
Great US GAAP accounting knowledge
Great local GAAP knowledge
Willingness to travel (~20%)
Within the J&J Leadership skills definition following skills and competencies should be shown in this role
Results & Performance Driven:
Takes personal responsibility for delivering results
Eagerly accepts stretch goals
Ability to coordinate tasks and orchestrate different teams for supporting audits
Sense of Urgency:
Quickly assimilates and digests information
Demonstrates a clear focus for action on priorities
Strategic Thinking:
Demonstrates understanding of Johnson & Johnson's and the local operating company's strategy and business model. Demonstrates quick learning.
Intellectual Curiosity:
Works to keep updated on the process discussions and business needs
Seeks opportunities to learn and grow professionally
Prudent Risk Taking:
Makes decisions based on facts
Organisation & Talent Development:
Shows an appreciation for the talent and potential in others
Accepts responsibility for and learns from his/her own mistakes
Works effectively with people that have diverse styles, talents, and ideas
Collaboration & Teaming:
Develops business and personal relationships with people from other areas of the organisation
Demonstrates ability to work with teams and individuals and manages complex matrix organization environment
Required SkillsNo specific skills listed.
Preferred Skills
Accounting
Accounting Policies
Analytical Reasoning
Budgeting
Controls Compliance
Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA)
Execution Focus
Financial Analysis
Financial Competence
Financial Reports
Financial Risk Management (FRM)
Financial Statement Analysis
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Managerial Accounting
Proactive Behavior
Process Improvements
Risk Management
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
Technical Credibility
Treasury Management
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