Senior Finance Associate
- Elanco Animal Health GmbH
- Monheim am Rhein
The Senior Finance Associate takes on a key role within the finance team and is responsible for maintaining the highest standards in the areas of financial reporting, control and compliance. This role includes managing accounting processes (O2C, S2P, R2R), supporting tax reporting, auditing and working capital management.
Preparation and review of annual financial statements in accordance with HGB and US GAAP
Ensure compliance and controls in line with all internal and external guidelines (SOX, Global Financial Policies, Ethics & Compliance)
Interface management and coordination of financial activities to ensure smooth processes with all internal and external shared service centers
Primary point of contact for financial standards, process documentation, and training materials to ensure proper execution of day-to-day operations
Collaborate with ESC on monthly accounting and reporting to U.S. GAAP
Conduct the review and approval of cash flow forecasts
The position holder will act as a technical expert for the preparation of the HGB financial position
Depending on the projects Elanco is pursuing, the job holder will be asked to participate either as an individual employee or as a coordinator
Working closely with the tax department to simplify internal and external tax submissions
What We Expect
Technical/university degree in economics with a focus on finance and accounting
Very good knowledge of US-GAAP and HGB
Min. 3 years of professional experience in the financial sector as an Accountant
Strong analytical skills
Very good knowledge of English and of German
Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office
SAP and One Stream are a plus
Minimum travel
Soft skills requirements
Strong interpersonal skills and conflict management/teamwork
Strong communication skills with appreciation for cultural diversity
Orientation towards process improvement / solution search
Anticipating, identifying problems and driving solutions forward
Strong communication skills, persuasiveness and assertiveness
High motivation, even in stressful situations
Willingness to take initiatives and take on new tasks
Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
WHAT WE OFFER
Pension scheme subsidised by the employer
37.5 hours / week
30 days holiday + 5 days optional
13th Salary and vacation pay
Active corporate health management and health care
Subsidy for the Deutschlandticket and bicycle leasing
Meal subsidy in the canteens
Scope for personal initiative and opportunities for individual further training
Work in a dynamic team in an international company
The position is an EXX rated position according to the BETV of the chemical industry.