Senior Manager, Core Operations

ROLE SUMMARY

This role reports into the Pfizer Core Operations group. Core Operations is part of the Controller’s organization in Pfizer and plays a vital role in the collection, consolidation and reporting of financial information for the company as well as the preparation of metrics over various financial reporting areas. The team collaborates with global, market, regional and HQ Business Finance as it relates to various data collection activities (sales, trial balance, inventory markup and supplemental/disclosure data) data submission requirements, systems/process training and financial reporting & analysis (both internal and external).

This position within the Core Operations group is responsible for the preparation and review of key financial schedules/analytics and execution of financial reporting processes that are critical to the consolidated financial reporting both internally and externally for Pfizer. In accomplishing this, the individual in this role will interact with colleagues globally across numerous functions within Pfizer’s Finance & Business

Operations organization and will be expected to not only execute their job responsibilities with a high degree of integrity and quality, but also be an active contributor to continuous improvement initiatives.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare select high risk financial reporting deliverables and assist in the review and management of monthly and quarterly close activities, including review of select consolidated financial statements and disclosures.

• Lead the implementation of financial reporting changes including restatements and key projects requiring coordination across various teams.

• Participate in the preparation and review of select schedules in the P&L analysis and “Flash Package” schedules used to support internal management as well as external reporting.

• Review external disclosures included in Pfizer’s Earnings Release, 10-Q, and 10-K.

• Coordinate with internal and external auditors to assist in their quarterly reviews and annual audits of Pfizer’s financial statements

• Ensure internal controls are completed timely and accurately in accordance with SOX requirements and company policies.

• Support strategic projects including acquisitions, divestitures, financial system upgrades, and implementation of new accounting standards.

• Partner with key stakeholders to implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance quality, streamline and simplify processes, and improve close efficiency.

• Review metrics over financial reporting and communicate risks/opportunities.

• Deliver trainings to global stakeholders on financial reporting and consolidation related topics.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

• CPA, or similar license

• +6 years of experience in accounting, audit, or financial reporting

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial accounting, and reporting requirements

• Collaborator capable of establishing positive and productive working relationships

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize demands effectively

• Demonstrated experience in managing change and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Big 4 Auditing Experience

• MBA

• Experience with a large, multi-national company

• Knowledge and experience with ERP systems (FCCS, Essbase, SAP, S4 Hana)

• Working knowledge of Pfizer Accounting Policies and Procedures

  
Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.
 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to perform complex data analysis.

Other Job Details:

• Last Date to Apply for Job: 5/15/2024

• Work Location Assignment: Flexible. Must be able to work from assigned Pfizer office 2-3 days per week, or as needed by the business.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $117,300.00 to $195,500.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 17.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefit