Senior Accountant, Statutory Financial Reporting (18 Month Fixed Term Contract - Remote / Home Based)

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Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases — often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments. Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide. Please visit www.jazzpharmaceuticals.com for more information.

Job Description

The Senior Accountant, Statutory Financial Reporting will play a pivotal role in the preparation of statutory financial statements for our European operations and actively participate in various accounting projects to drive operational efficiencies. This position requires a strong background in financial reporting and a keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Statutory Financial Reporting

  • Prepare accurate and timely statutory financial statements in compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements

  • Balance Sheet Governance and BPO engagement in preparation for financial statements

  • Ensure financial statements are in accordance with company policies and procedures

  • Liaise with local country advisors to ensure accurate application of local GAAP

  • Liaise with Jazz Corporate Group Accounting team

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) to gather necessary information for financial reporting

  • Serve as the main point of contact for external auditors during the audit of statutory financial statements

  • Ensure timely and accurate provision of requested information to auditors

  • Maintain organized and thorough documentation supporting financial statements and accounting processes

  • Identify opportunities for process improvement in the preparation of financial statements and implement best practices

• Accounting Projects

  • Proactively engage in accounting projects to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial reporting processes

  • Drive process improvements and implement best practices in financial reporting and accounting

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and standards

• Prior BPO management experience

• Prior audit management experience

• Continuous process improvement track record

• Enthusiastic, positive professional attitude with integrity and reliability

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and meeting deadlines

• Able to analyze information and present it in a format that is easily understood by the audience

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work well under pressure

• Excellent written and verbal skills

• Self-motivated and ability to work independently

Required/Preferred Education and Licenses

• Bachelor or master's degree in Finance or Accounting, and/or professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA) preferred, with at least 7 years post-qualification experience

• More than 3 years of experience with statutory financial statements

• Knowledge of the following systems an advantage: SAP S/4HANA, Blackline, Oracle, Workiva

• Solid knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP and financial reporting. Knowledge of local EU GAAP an advantage

• Data and Reporting expertise an advantage

• Prior experience with European Statutory Reporting an advantage

• Knowledge of XRBL tagging an advantage

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation. For more information on our Benefits offerings please click here: https://careers.jazzpharma.com/benefits