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In this role, you will be responsible the month‑end close and controllership activities across Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, and/or Canada. You will lead balance sheet reviews in close collaboration with outsourced providers and Finance & Administration teams, while ensuring the effective execution, validation, and testing of internal controls (IICC/SOX). You will support the Senior Managers with the successful delivery of strategic, tactical, and general accounting & controlling goals.
Job Responsibility:
Be responsible for accurate, complete, and timely periodic accounting close for specific countries
Support the preparation of close packages (including variance analysis), and disclosure checklist
Operate as a link between local, regional, and functional finance teams to establish clear roles & responsibilities and install the appropriate processes and tools
Support and advise local Finance Leads with Tax compliance, internal and external audits as well as the implementation of recommended improvements
Create and track financial metrics for management
Provide ad hoc support to local Finance Leads and flag all opportunities and challenges
Keep track of the effectiveness of SLAs, process maps, and SOPs, and monitor the various Finance functions
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting
3+ years of accounting experience in multinational companies
Proficiency in technical knowledge of accounting (US GAAP), accounting processes and ERP systems
Excellent and insightful analytical skills
ability to drive meaningful insights from large datasets
Fluent in Portuguese and English
Excellent communication (both verbal and written) skills, including the ability to interact with Amgen middle management effectively and confidentially
Being able to demonstrate a high level of professionalism
Nice to have:
Spanish is desirable
Basic knowledge of indirect taxation would be desirable
What we offer:
Competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards