Senior Associate Accountant

Role Summary
This role reports into the Pfizer Core Operations group. Core Operations is part of the Controller's organization in Pfizer and plays a vital role in the collection, consolidation and reporting of financial information for the company, as well as the preparation of metrics over various financial reporting areas. The team collaborates with global, market, regional and HQ Business Finance as it relates to various data collection activities (sales, trial balance, inventory markup and supplemental/disclosure data), data submission requirements, systems/process training, and internal and external financial reporting and analysis.
This position within the Core Operations group is responsible for the preparation/review of key financial schedules/analytics and execution of financial reporting processes that are critical to the consolidated financial reporting both internally and externally for Pfizer. In accomplishing this, the individual in this role will interact with colleagues globally across numerous functions within Pfizer's Finance & Business Operations organization and will be expected to not only execute their job responsibilities with a high degree of integrity and quality, but also be an active contributor to continuous improvement initiatives.
Role Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly schedules in the Flash Package provided to senior management.
• Provide summarized analysis of assigned P&L areas, and present results in quarterly review meetings with the Controller and other finance executives.
• Review and consolidate balance sheet activity for higher risk areas leveraging knowledge of business operations and expertise in financial systems/tools.
• Prepare footnote disclosures for higher risk areas for inclusion in external filings 10Q/10K, including related External Reporting tasks.
• Prepare metrics over financial reporting for Management with a focus on continuous improvement geared toward conveying risks/opportunities through review of KPI's.
• Assist in identifying and executing continuous improvement opportunities in order to achieve 'Best In Class' close process and partner with manager and process stakeholders to implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance quality, increase efficiency, and improve effectiveness of the close process.
• Assist with project management for special projects for which Controllers representation is required, including business acquisitions and divestitures, financial systems implementations, changes to accounting policy.
• Develop training materials and instructions on various topics including consolidations processes, financial reporting tools and applications.
• Interact with and address questions from business finance partners regarding reporting issues, analysis of results, and need for adjusting entries for assigned areas. Examine reports and/or other financial information from the field and prepare adjusting journal entries, as necessary.
• Ensure internal controls for assigned areas are completed in accordance with SOX requirements and company policies.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure audit requests are responded to timely and effectively.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders (Tax, Treasury, External Reporting, Commercial Finance, Global Business Services, etc.)

Required Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in accounting, audit, or financial reporting.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting requirements.
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency and agility.
• Effectively manage multiple tasks and prioritize demands.
• Self-starter who brings energy, enthusiasm and a positive attitude to every responsibility and project.
• Has a passion for new ideas and a sustained focus on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Team player with the ability to establish positive and productive working relationships with others.
• Demonstrates an ongoing desire to learn and a commitment to personal development.
• Possesses strong oral and written communication skills; can organize and conduct meetings and effectively convey ideas to others either in an individual or group setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Big 4 auditing experience.
• CPA license or master's degree.
• Experience with a large, multi-national company.
• Previous Project Management experience.
• Competency with HFM/FCCS, Essbase or other financial reporting/consolidation software.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• N/A

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

• N/A

Other Job Details

• Last day to apply: Feb 13, 2025
• Work Location Assignment: Must be able to work from assigned Pfizer office 2-3 days per week, or as needed by the business.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $69,400.00 to $115,600.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided applies to the Tampa, FL location only. The salary range provided does not apply to any other United States location or locations outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
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EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
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