Accounting Team Leader

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Job Description

Are you an experienced Team Leader with at least 2 years of experience in R2R or audit?       

Do you want to build something next-gen and innovative, while contributing to a greater purpose?

As we continue our digital transformation and experience rapid growth in the U.S. and Europe, Takeda Business Solutions (TBS) is now hiring an Accounting Team Leader with a passion for digital solutions and helping patients.

This is a vital role within the TBS Finance Solutions function— consisting of dynamic teams within Takeda Business Solutions. Finance Solutions provides services in accounting policy & controls – fixed asset & capital accounting – accounting & reporting – intercompany accounting – travel & expense – treasury & cash management – product costing & inventory accounting – and invoice to cash.

Here, you will help TBS realize our inspiring vision to build and deliver simplified, innovative solutions by unlocking the value of data for our global business. This, in turn, empowers Takeda’s unwavering commitment to patients.

INSPIRED BY PATIENTS. POWERED BY YOU.

As an Accounting Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading a team covering both process and people management.

Accelerate value & make an impact by:

• Lead and execute key Finance Solutions transformation initiatives.
• Oversee Accounting, Reporting, and Inventory operations, ensuring high-quality end-to-end delivery.
• Drive performance through clear KPIs, continuous tracking, and measurable improvement.
• Ensure accurate, timely month-end closing and reporting in full compliance with accounting standards and internal controls (RCM).
• Strengthen and optimize processes in line with the harmonized operating model, embedding efficiency and standardization.
• Accelerate automation across ERP, workflow, RPA, and AI to reduce manual effort and increase value-added activities.
• Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless collaboration.
• Develop and mentor the team through structured upskilling, competency development, and regular feedback.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and high performance by leading by example.

Required qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in RtR / Audit
• Solid understanding of accounting and finance systems such as SAP, HFM, and BlackLine.
• Proven leadership experience with strong focus on change management, communication, and team motivation.
• Strong interest or experience in automation and digital solutions (ERP, workflow tools, robotics, AI).
• Improvement-oriented mindset with exposure to Lean / Kaizen methodologies.
• Ability to challenge the status quo while building trustful stakeholder relationships.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Excellent business partnering skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Fluent in English.

Preferred qualifications:

• Academic background preferably in finance/ accounting / economics (MBA, CIMA or ACCA would be the advantage).
• Lean/Six Sigma, RPA experience.
   

What Takeda Business Solutions can offer you:

No investment we make pays greater dividends than taking good care of our people. We offer you a full range of benefits, such as:

Your Wealth

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Bonus
• Referral Bonus
• Social Fund (Christmas Bonus, Holiday Allowance tec.)
• Employee Recognition

Your Health

• Medical Care - various packages for the employee fully sponsored by Takeda. Family packages additionally paid by employee.
• Eyeglass refund
   

Your Future

• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Capital Plans
• A broad variety of learning platforms
• Professional Growth opportunities including mentoring program
• Next-Generation Series – our comprehensive offer of internal webinars available to all employees from day 1.