General Ledger Specialist, Americas
Cary, NC, US
Chiesi USA
Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in 31 countries. More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet. This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas. Discover more here.
At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose. This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level. As a Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.
Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity are at the heart of who we are. We believe our differences make us stronger. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.
Who we are looking for
This is what you will do
- Ensure the delivery and execution of General Ledger and Travel & Expenses services for the assigned area. Facilitate and manage communication and issue resolution between external vendors as well as internal customers.
- Acts in continuous contact with local finance organization for the processes in scope related matters. All activities are engaged in establishing and enhancing the satisfaction of internal and external customers and stakeholders.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Travel & Expenses Management
- Check, review and approve TE process in the system (Concur).
- Train new employees in how to use the tool. Good customer service skill.
- Prepare, create and develop TE reports.
- Maintain supervised employees’ open items.
- General Ledger
- Prepare and upload GL postings, accruals and deferrals in the accounting system (SAP) ensuring to meet the company’s month-end closing deadlines.
- Reconcile periodically GL accounts (bank accounts reconciliation and others).
- Perform quarterly intercompany reconciliation.
- IFRS 16 Board usage: fill in contracts, follow the calculation execution and post in SAP.
- General
- Contributes to quality and continuous improvement goals, supports process simplification and activities assigned by TL.
- Support on ad hoc projects.
- Assist Chiesi Colleagues in administrative matters connected to the responsibility area.
You will need to have
- College graduate in Accounting, Economic or related field (or close to graduate).
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role (preferably in an international company).
- SAP Working knowledge (Accounting FICO modules). Familiarity with Concur Travel system is a plus. Knowledge of Accounting Principles (IFRS).
- Proficient in MS Office, Excel (Vlookups, Pivot table).
- Teamwork attitude, positive-mindset and open to learning.
- Detail oriented, attentive to fast changing environments and problem-solving skills.
- Good customer service skills.
We would prefer for you to have
- Spanish and/or Portuguese language proficiency (able to speak, read and understand).
Location
Hybrid role based in our Cary, NC office.
No matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities. Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.
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