Job Description
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We are searching the best talent for Accounting to report Manager to be in Bogota, Colombia.
Purpose :
Global Services Finance is the Johnson & Johnson finance center located in many regions of the world, being this position located in Bogota, Colombia.
The main goal of this position as part of Legal Entity Accounting Team is to deliver compliant local financial services to J&J affiliates across the LATAM region.
The Position of LE Accounting Manager is responsible for the local Statutory Accounts and Statutory Financial Statements for companies under their responsibility.
This position is highly involved in all local statutory audits.
You will be responsible for :
Full responsibility for the local Statutory Reporting Requirements of companies in-scope
Oversee the preparation by a 3rd party provider of the local Statutory Financial Statements of companies in scope.
Monitor and analyze department work and related processes to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy
Apply a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure
Key point of contact within the group on all technical statutory accounting queries and be responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with external service provider, J&J corporate tax teams, external audit teams (PwC), and local management teams
Ensure that all necessary closing requirements statutory are done
Coordinate with J&J corporate tax centers regarding the preparation of corporate tax returns for companies in scope.
Ensure that standardized processes with local audit (PWC) , as well as 3rd party providers, are in place
Thorough understanding of the audit process and ability to liaise closely with Auditors, Local Management teams, and other stakeholders eg Tax Advisors
Provide detailed specific guidance and support on complex business issues and financial system issues so that overall control is maintained
Close interaction with A2R Group (specific statutory requirements)
Projects (provide insights into specific local statutory and tax requirements)
Interact with other Global teams to benchmark process and address action plans
People Management :
Recruit, lead, motivate and develop team.
Clear communication of job expectations
Planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions
Coaching and mentoring of team members
Foster an environment of teamwork, innovation and sharing of ideas.
Compliance Statement :
Ensure strong internal controls are in place, in order to achieve adequate internal and external audit ratings.
Keeping businesses compliant with various local accounting regulations
Meet all corporate and regional deadlines.
Qualifications
Qualifications and requirements :
Fully qualified accountant or an international qualified accountant equivalent, with 10 15 years post qualified financial experience
Languages :
English
Spanish
Experience Required :
Previous job experience in one of the Big 4 companies or other audit firm preferred
Extensive experience in statutory accounting and tax
Experience with GAAP conversions and related agenda
Line Management experience required
Skills & Competencies :
Great analytical skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal, supervisory and customer service skills required.
Proven business partnering skills (especially with external audit teams)
Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, meet deadlines and be able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment, fostering same mindset with the team
Great US GAAP accounting knowledge
Great local GAAP knowledge
Willingness to travel (10%)
Within the J&J Leadership skills definition following skills and competencies should be shown in this role :
Results & Performance Driven :
Takes personal responsibility for delivering results
Eagerly accepts stretch goals
Sense of Urgency :
Quickly assimilates and digests information
Demonstrates a clear bias for action on priorities
Strategic Thinking :
Demonstrates understanding of Johnson & Johnson’s and the local operating company’s
strategy and business model
Intellectual Curiosity :
Works to keep updated on the industry trends
Seeks opportunities to learn and grow professionally
Prudent Risk Taking :
Makes decisions based on facts
Organisation & Talent Development :
Shows an appreciation for the talent and potential in others
Accepts responsibility for and learns from his / her own mistakes
Works effectively with people that have diverse styles, talents, and ideas
Collaboration & Teaming :
Develops business and personal relationships with people from other areas of the organisation
Demonstrates ability to work with teams and individuals 
