PAccounting Manager – International Payroll /ppIreland - Cork Finance Accounting Regular /ppbJob Description /b /ppAt Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. /ppEvery member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. /ppWe believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. /ppbJob Description /b /ppAccounting Manager – International Payroll /ppGilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercialises innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world. Gilead’s therapeutic areas of focus include HIV / AIDS, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation, and serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions. /ppbIntroduction to Global Financial Solutions : /b /ppThe Strategic Objective of Global Financial Solutions (GFS) is to provide value adding financial services in an efficient and effective model that supports the company’s growth and enables our business partners to deliver their strategic imperatives. /ppThe GFS in Cork was established in 2009, and has evolved from a transactional based model to a Value add with a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement within a dynamic and fast paced environment. Within Gilead we have a real focus to attract, retain and engage talent in a way that maximizes impact on the business along with growth and development opportunities for our team. We support inclusion encouraging diversity, by creating a safe working environment, where differences are valued. This matters because inclusion brings innovation and engagement, people feel valued and empowered. /ppbGeneral Job Requirements : /b /ppReporting to the Payroll Director, Global Financial Solutions (GFS), this position will be responsible for the payroll accounting team and all associated requirements of payroll accounting function. /ppbJob duties include : /b /pulliThe development of strong relationships with key stakeholders, in particular with market finance teams across EMEA, APAC and US. /liliMaintains ledger integrity and ensures financial compliance with the worldwide Controller’s manual and to all applicable laws and regulations. /liliEnsure financial records are in compliance with GAAP. /liliConsistently maintains appropriate internal controls and upholds company policies and procedures including Worldwide Controller’s manual. /liliManages, prepares, administers, and directs the accounting close and financial reporting process for the payroll function. /liliResponsible for the timely and accurate review of month-end close and accounting transactions; PL and balance sheet account analysis, review, reconciliation, and resolution. /liliContribution to the definition and maintenance of key performance indicators (KPIs) and the establishment of a continuous improvement culture. /liliLead audits for Payroll and interacts successfully with internal and external auditors and supports quarter-end, interim and year-end audits by providing timely and accurate data and communication. /liliCoordination of Balance Sheet Reviews with the relevant Controller and Market Finance Leads. /liliLead with Controllership on ad hoc requirements. /liliKey payrolls contact and leads completes accounting tasks for our key markets e.g. France, Spain, Italy. /liliLead Blackline and all required reconciliations per month end close cycle. /liliSupport on tax queries from market and interactions with Deloitte as needed. /liliSupport the monthly operations decks process for one or more entities within the GFS. /liliResponsibility for Accounting SOX Compliance and controls for all markets within the GFS. /liliResponsible for leading IPE within accounting team and all related audit requirements in this area. /liliResponsible for performance management and development of staff. /liliAbility to travel is necessary if required. /li /ulpThe person we seek will ideally have payroll accounting experience in a similar organization operating in several major countries in EMEA, LATAM Asiapac and in depth knowledge of general accounting policies and procedures. Experienced and knowledgeable in a shared services payroll environment. /ppQualified Accountant or person with an equivalent accountancy qualification with a fundamental understanding of what it takes to operate within a multi-country environment in a multi-national corporation. Capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously, working under pressure and to meet strict reporting deadlines. People management experience is essential. /ppExcellent interpersonal and communication skills - the ability to work effectively across multiple functions and different cultures. Self-starter and able to act on own initiative, with high levels of integrity, excellence and teamwork. Detailed knowledge and experience of SOX Compliance. /ppEstablished experience preferably within a Multinational Company. Ability to interact successfully with non-financial personnel as well as with internal and external auditors. /ppThis role requires a flexible and adaptable individual, an individual who has strong peripheral vision to allow them to capture accounting related matters in established markets and work closely with the multiple stakeholders to ensure compliance. /ppWorking 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. /ppAbility to travel is necessary if required. Customer service : A commitment and focus on customer service - defining and exceeding multiple customer expectations and delivering on the service commitments. /ppuProcess focus : /u Skills in process analysis, assessment and improvement and working in a team environment where continuous improvement is encouraged. /ppInterpersonal skills : An effective team player, whose energy and well-developed communication skills make this person a persuasive leader, negotiator and relationship builder. /ppuThinker / Do-er : /u A clear, fast thinker, able to translate business needs into pragmatic solutions and implement them. /ppuDiversity : /u Able to work effectively in a multi-functional, multi-cultural environment. Handle complexity : Able to handle the ambiguity that arises from time to time in a global organization in a multi-country environment. /ppuLanguage : /u 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. /ppbBehaviours /b /ppResilient profile with the ability to deliver in an ambiguous environment.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. /ppbGilead Core Values /b /ppIntegrity (always doing the right thing), Teamwork (collaborating in good faith), Excellence (working at a high level of commitment and capability), Accountability (taking personal responsibility). /ppbEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO) /b /ppIt is the policy of Gilead Sciences, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively "Gilead" or the "Company") to recruit select and employ the most qualified persons available for positions throughout the Company. Except if otherwise provided by applicable law, all employment actions relating to issues such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, returns from layoffs, company-sponsored training, education assistance, social and recreational programs are administered on a non-discriminatory basis (i.e. without regard to protected characteristics or prohibited grounds, which may include an individual’s gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, veteran status, and age, unless such protection is prohibited by federal, state, municipal, provincial, local or other applicable laws). Gilead also prohibits discrimination based on any other characteristics protected by applicable laws. /ppFor Current Gilead Employees and Contractors : /ppPlease apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday. /ppJob Requisition ID R0044695 /ppFull Time / Part Time Full-Time /ppJob Level Manager /ppJ-18808-Ljbffr /ppJ-18808-Ljbffr /p #J-18808-Ljbffr