About this role
<p><strong>This is a 6 month Fixed Term Contract.</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week.</strong></p> <p><strong>No relocation is provided for this opportunity.</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future? </p> <p>There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.</p> <p>We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.</p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H4 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Summary</b></H4> </div><div><p>In this role you will perform the responsibilities of leading teams across the Finance, Controllership function.</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Lead the execution of accounting activities</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Together with the Team, you will manage and execute statutory compliance for all entities under both group and local audits</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Ensure the timely month, quarter and year end closing activities, responsible for the close in accordance with both US and Local GAAP timelines as well as compliance with all SOX controls</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Oversight of monthly/quarterly account reconciliations and other documents to ensure compliance</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Support the regular tax compliance and reporting cycles, such as submission of corporate tax packs.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Ensuring the day to day activities of the Revenue Accounting team are executed.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Liaison with commercial FPandA to understand changes in financial performance and impacts to revenue</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Executing global revenue cut off activities quarterly ultimately resulting in an accurate revenue number in our financial statements</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">People: Lead and mentor a team of professional accountants Focus on talent development, building a strong team Develop a customer-centric culture in your team with highly collaborative relationships with the relevant stakeholders</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Control environment: Ensure that company financial records are maintained in compliance with company policies and US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements Accountable for ensuring that company policies and procedures (internal controls) are implemented to provide reasonable assurance that the company assets are protected Support the Sarbanes Oxley activities relative to internal controls documentation and testing and segregation of duties Liaise with internal and external auditors</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Process, technology and service: Report agreed key performance indicators Support deployment of SAP S/4 HANA and other systems e.g. Blackline to garner greater efficiency within the Record to Report function Support implementation of Artificial Intelligence and /or RPA to drive further efficiency and effectiveness in our delivery of accounting services</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Other duties as assigned by GFS Leadership</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Education</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Bachelors degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting or equivalent experience requried </span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Work Experience</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">10+ years of post-qualification experience in Finance or Accounting required </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">5+ years of experience managing teams</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">In depth knowledge of both US GAAP and Local GAAP </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Proficiency in use of SAP ERP system and Microsoft office.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Experince working in a finance shared services team.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Being a lean organization, ability to plan and work independently and manage multiple tasks to meet the tight deadlines.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to understand the business drivers and the underlying non-financial information that drivers the financials of the company.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Excellent communication and people skills.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Detail-oriented, highly analytical and has a strategic and commercial mindset.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Strong leadership and organizational skills </span><span style="color:white"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">#LI-JJ</span>1 #LI-HYBRID #LI-CONTRACT</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>License and Certifications</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Qualified accountant i.e. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CPA required </span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Travel Requirements</b></H2> </div><div><div>10%: Up to 26 business days per year</div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Physical Requirements</b></H2> </div><div><div>Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.</div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What We Offer</b></H2> </div><div><div>This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week</div><div>Inclusive & Collaborative Culture: A global workforce that values diversity, equity, and inclusion—where all voices are heard and respected in a supportive environment.</div><div>Community Involvement: West encourages volunteerism through its West without Borders initiative and other charitable programs that make a difference in local communities.</div><div>Recognition & Rewards: Performance-based bonuses, service recognition, and employee appreciation initiatives celebrate dedication and impact.</div></div></div></div><p><strong>Pay Transparency:</strong></p> <p>The annual base salary range for this position is €107,200.00 - €136,500.00. Total target compensation is determined using objective and gender-neutral criteria, including relevant experience, qualifications, skills, market benchmarks, geographic location, and the scope and responsibilities of the role.</p> <p>This position may be eligible for variable compensation and other incentive programs in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans within the country of employment. In addition, team members are eligible to participate in the company’s benefits and total rewards programs applicable to their location and employment status.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.</p>