Finance Manager, Technical Accounting

Finance Manager, Technical Accounting

We are recruiting for the best talent for a Finance Manager, Technical Accounting located in New Brunswick, NJ.

This position will report to the Senior Director of GTAAS and is based in the World Headquarters office in New Brunswick, NJ. The individual in this position will advise on U.S. GAAP and J&J's worldwide policies and procedures related to financial accounting and reporting topics and will be responsible for preparing training and education material for the finance function related to new policies and procedures. Additionally, the individual will assist with special projects led by GTAAS, including the implementation of new accounting standards, training initiatives, and updates to accounting policies.

You will be responsible for :

• Advise on accounting and reporting questions received from various business leaders and finance teams across all sectors to ensure appropriate accounting treatment.
• Prepare the quarterly transmittal letter, including ensuring all changes to policies and procedures are appropriately incorporated and clearly described.
• Deliver training and education throughout the finance organization regarding accounting and reporting updates.
• Assist in other special projects that may be outside of core responsibilities, such as accounting for acquisitions, assisting with divestitures (including technical accounting matters related to carve-out financial statements), and evaluating the design of internal controls.
• Monitor emerging accounting and regulatory developments (e.g., FASB and SEC) and assist in the implementation of new accounting and reporting standards for the company.
• Mentor and develop other team members of GTAAS, fostering a culture of learning, inclusion, and excellence.

Qualifications / Requirements :

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA license (in good standing)

5+ years of accounting, external financial reporting, financial controls or auditing experience

Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC rules and regulations is required

Ability to react to changes quickly and work effectively in high-pressure situations, managing multiple projects at a time

Strong organizational skills required to coordinate and manage work processes and project

Excellent written and verbal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships. This role will require the preparation of technical accounting memorandums and the ability to clearly articulate the accounting to others.

Required Skills :

Accounting

Accounting Policies

Analytical Reasoning

Budgeting

Controls Compliance

Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA)

Execution Focus

Financial Analysis

Financial Competence

Financial Reports

Financial Risk Management (FRM)

Financial Statement Analysis

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Managerial Accounting

Proactive Behavior

Process Improvements

Risk Management

Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

Technical Credibility

Treasury Management

The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $102,000-$177,100

Employees and / or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs : medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Employees are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company's long-term incentive program. Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits : Vacation 120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington 56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays 13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave 480 hours within one year of the birth / adoption / foster care of a child Condolence Leave 30 days for an immediate family member : 5 days for an extended family member Caregiver Leave 10 days Volunteer Leave 4 days Military Spouse Time-Off 80 hours