Head Of Finance - Americas

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for a Head of Finance - Americas to join us in our Corporate Development & Finance team based in Atlanta, GA

About the role

The Head of Finance will manage the planning, coordination and execution of accounting activities for the Americas (US, Canada, Brazil, Mexico). This individual will be responsible for all legal entities in the country, ensuring timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and yearly closing and reporting, in line with local requirements and group guidelines. They will oversee the compliance with local GAAP, IFRS, tax obligations and, making sure the principles of the accounting processes are applied within the local and international legal contexts.

Who you'll work with

This individual will report to the Head of Global Business Services and will be responsible for leading a team of internal employees and external resources.

What you'll do

• Ensure all Accounting and Reporting policies and procedures are followed in compliance with the country legislation and Global guidelines

• Ensure proper booking, maintenance of records and support documentation of accounting processes - general ledger, sales and stocks, fixed assets, accounts payable and accounts receivable

• Ensure monthly, quarterly, and yearly statements are accurate, complete and timely reported, in accordance with local GAAP and IFRS

• Liaise and work closely with offshore resources, in order to obtain the necessary back-office support in an efficient and effective manner

• Support local tax and treasury teams and ensure all legal obligations are duly accomplished and local statutory requirements are met in a timely manner

• Guarantee that all accounting documentation is compliant with local laws and regulations and archives are kept accordingly

• Coordinate outsourcing activities in the region respective country

• Single point of contact for internal and external auditors, on audit plans and follow-up actions

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, processes, policies and procedures

• Drive simplification of process at the local level, while adhering to the global standards

• Provide thought leadership and bring industry best practices in to the design and execution of gross to net process across the globe.

Interested? For this role we're looking for the following education, experience and skills

• Bachelors Degree

• Masters Degree and or finance/accounting certification strongly preferred

• 10+ years in a senior finance role, as part of a multinational company

• Knowledge of various operating models within pharma industry is essential - this includes, GPO, PBM, Government Pricing, Rebates, patient support programs, etc.

• Prior supervisory experience is strongly preferred

This positions reasonably anticipated base salary range is $225,000-300,000. The actual salary offered will take into account related knowledge, skills, experience and location among other factors and may fall outside the expected range.

Are you ready to 'go beyond' to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

About us

UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are around 8,500 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.

Why work with us?

At UCB, we don't just complete tasks, we create value. We aren't afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equitable opportunities to do their best work. We 'go beyond' to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that's on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are open to all talent, and adhere to Affirmative Action principles. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to neurodiversity, race/ethnicity, colour, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on US-Reasonable_Accommodation@ucb.com for application to US based roles. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.