Director of Accounting & Finance Finance Iselin, New Jersey Apply Description + Primary Responsibilities: + Lead and manage the monthly/quarterly/year-end financial close process, including ensuring all costs incurred are properly recorded. + Prepare detailed journal entries and account analysis. + Lead the ongoing development/establishment of accounting policies and procedures and operational strategies including the review and implementation of process system and changes. + Ensure compliance with internal control policies in a SOX environment. + All aspects of SEC, US GAAP, IFRS and statutory reporting + Analytical review and understanding of all disclosures in US regulatory reports filed with external parties + Drafting of new disclosures and updating of recurring disclosure + Keep abreast of new disclosure requirements. + Main liaison with external auditors.  Coordinate all planning, timelines and deliverables with external auditors + Maintain Chart of accounts, security, workflow, user acceptance testing of upgrades and improvements + Maintain and update key controls, procedures and disclosure policies for the group. + Manage reporting department expenses and vendor relationships. + Other recurring reporting requirements and ad hoc requests for information + Responsible for the accounts payable function and procure to pay process + Responsible for the accounting for investments + Response for review of tax provision prepare by outside tax consultants and review of Federal and state tax returns + Supervision of manager of accounting and finance. Key owner of JDE Enterprise One system, DocuWare system and Kyriba system Work Experience: Work Experience ·            8-10 years accounting experience with financial statements in pharmaceutical industry # years’ experience in SEC/external reporting area and XBRL ·           Solid working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) ·           Strong attention to detail and multitasking skills ·           Knowledge of advanced accounting principles and practices (need some examples) ·           Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills ·           Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment ·           Minimum of 8-10 years of senior Accounting and Finance experience within a pharmaceutical or Biotech Company. ·           Advanced Excel skills  required. ·           Expert knowledge of JD Edwards Enterprise One required. ·           Self-motivated, innovative thinker demonstrating ability to apply technical standards and concepts to complex, critical business matters ·           Excellent oral and written communication skills ·           Team oriented individual that can build strong, long-term relationships worldwide across varying geographies and functions. ·           Proficiency with researching accounting literature including FASB,  AICPA, IFRS ·           Ability to work in an international environment, with prior experience in a multinational corporation. ·           Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. ·           Initial work experience with a Big Four Accounting firm is highly desirable. Education: + Bachelor’s degree in accounting and CPA required