Senior Accountant, Dublin Controllership

This is what you will do:

The Accountant will be a key member of Alexion’s (AstraZeneca Rare Disease) Controllers team and is based in Dublin. This position is part of a wider team that supports controllership activities for the principal Irish entity.

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:

• Being a key part of the accounting team for Alexion Pharma International Operations Ltd, the principal Irish entity.
• Manufacturing Royalties accounting subject matter expert including preparation of global royalty manufacturing accruals and payments.
• Set-up and maintenance of inventory absorption and partnering with Global Operations FP&A as part of this process
• Preparation of commentary for monthly and quarterly flux for certain P&L and BS areas
• Liaise with outsourced provider to ensure accuracy and completeness of accounting services provided
• Operating within the required SOX controls framework and reviewing relevant control procedures (including inventory controls) within scope
• Preparation and review of monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and resolution of reconciling items in a timely manner

• Support ad hoc with group and local statutory audit requests in addition to tax requirements
• Support adhoc financial analysis and queries
• Participate in various finance related projects as required.

You will need to have:

• Accounting Qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA etc.)
• At least two years accounting experience in industry
• 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
• Multinational pharmaceutical experience
• Strong understanding of IFRS accounting principles

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.