Senior Accountant (BE-ZAV/VD-118) Zaventem, Belgium
POSITION SUMMARY
Zoetis, a spin-off from Pfizer, fully dedicated to animal health, has installed in Belgium a Global Logistics Center along with Global Manufacturing HQ and Regional commercial and R&D HQ. Zoetis is currently looking for a Senior Accountant, GL to support the team dedicated to Zoetis Belgium representing a $ 1.8 Billion scope in terms of turnover.
New processes development, change management and exposure to senior management will be part of the daily routine, with numerous challenges and opportuities ahead for someone eager to learn and quickly develop his/her professional skills and business acumen.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Main activities / responsibilities:
MONTHLY CLOSE AND REPORTING
Actively participate in monthly, quarterly and yearly US GAAP closing processes with all related activities including manual entries (accruals, invoices to be received, intercompany transactions,…)
Monthly reports to management in order to review the drivers of the TB
Monthly review accruals for Ariba purchases (service & non-inventory items) and make necessary adjustments for BEP
Monthly review actuals for intercompany outbound freight and ensure proper accruals are in place
Monthly analysis of actuals for MSA’s & TSA’s to ensure agreements and proper accruals are in place
Quarterly review of major 91 and 94 (IC non-product invoicing and stat entries) and make necessary adjustments
Monthly analysis of major 85 and 89 (operating expenses for BEP) and make necessary adj. incl reclass of GMS to major 78
FIXED ASSETS
Perform fixed assets reconciliation between US and BE GAAP for the entire legal entity Zoetis Belgium
COMPLIANCE
Support internal and external audit in respective area of responsibility
Accountable for SOX control P2P #43 incl documentation
Perform periodic account reconciliations for Balance Sheet items under area of responsibility and resolve any reconciling item
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
Develop / share best practices
Participate / lead in continuous improvement initiatives / projects
NETWORK AND COLLABORATION
Build and nurture a solid collaborative relationship with internal and external stakeholders. the Zoetis Shared Services, Financial Planning & Analysis, Controllers and Consolidation groups as well as external stakeholders such as tax inspectors, KPMG or other external business partners.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Internal:
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Zoetis Shared Services, Financial Planning & Analysis, Controllers and Consolidation groups, Finance Directors within or liaised with Zoetis Belgium and other business partners.
External:
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KPMG Audit, E&Y Tax advisors, Tax inspectors and other external stakeholders.
RESOURCES MANAGED
Supervision:
No direct reports for this position.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education:
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Bachelor or Master in accounting
Experience:
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Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in a General Ledger department or finance environment (Multinational company is a plus, preferably an US company)
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Knowledge of US GAAP. BE GAAP is a plus.
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Knowledge and/or experience in inventory is considered an asset
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Experience limited to AR or AP department will not be considered
TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Languages:
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Excellent knowledge of English (spoken and in written)
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French and/or Dutch is a plus
Other Specific know-how:
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Indepth knowledge of SAP is definitely a plus
Profile:
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Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to prioritize, work independently and take initiative
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Strong problem solving skills
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Time Management
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Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines
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Ability to interact with senior levels of personnel within the organization
PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
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Location is based in Zaventem
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Travel requirement (max 5%)