Accounting Manager

This is what you will do:

The Manager, Intercompany Accounting will be a key member of Alexion’s (AstraZeneca Rare Disease) Controllers team and is based in Dublin. This position is a Global Role that will be part of a wider team that supports intercompany accounting for the Rare Disease Business Unit.

Alexion (AstraZeneca Rare Disease) is a high growth bio-pharmaceutical company with operations in over 40 countries worldwide. As Alexion (AstraZeneca Rare Disease) has grown in size and geography, the Controllers team has excelled as a high-performing team delivering on both monthly and quarterly IFRS results and managing the control environment.

This role provides the opportunity to interact and learn from both Operations and Finance teams. The successful individual will need to be a self-starter, keen to learn, flexible and able to operate in a very dynamic environment.

You will be responsible for:

• Handle day to day intercompany activity for the Group inclusive of Non-Trade activity

• Preparing monthly intercompany consolidated reporting summary

• Operate within the required SOX controls framework, completing assigned control procedures for the Intercompany area.

• Manage our Outsource provider and ensure timely completion of deliverables

• Handle our intercompany process into AstraZeneca Group

• Prepare commentary for semi annual RDU Consolidated results

• Manage month end process for a number of Legal Entities inclusive of Flux review, reconciliation review and quarterly sign off’s

• Manage R&D recharges for the Group

• Support the Legal entity forecasting process with responsibility for R&D and intercompany

• Support with group and local statutory audit requests in addition to tax requirements inclusive of US GAAP financials

• Participate in various finance related projects, as required.

• Support Legal entity accounting (step plans, new entities, mergers and liquidations)

• Support with Treasury activities relating to intercompany transactions (cash sweeps, netting process)

You will need to have:

• Accounting Qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA etc.)

• Minimum 5 years’ industry/post qualification experience

• Strong numeracy and analytical skills with focus on attention to detail

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• High level of Microsoft Office Excel proficiency

We would prefer for you to have:

• Natural curiosity and ability to learn quickly

• Strong understanding of IFRS accounting principles

• Intercompany Accounting experience

• Multinational pharmaceutical experience

At Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease, work isn’t ordinary. We are a beacon in the global Biopharmaceutical landscape. Our closeness to patients brings us closer to our work and each other. Combined with our brave, pioneering spirit – we are truly unique in R&D and healthcare. Grow and innovate in a business with a rapidly expanding portfolio. Enjoy the entrepreneurial spirit and autonomy of a leading biotech. You’ll join an energizing culture where people build connections to explore new insights and learn. As an important member of our commercial team, you'll meet the needs of some of the most under-served patients in the world. You will be empowered with tailored development programs crafted not just for skill enhancement but for fostering a deep, empathetic understanding of our patient's journeys. You’re supported by exceptional leaders and peers ready to lift you in marketing, compliance, and beyond.

If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, we’d love to talk!

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.