Accountant 2

IQVIA•Durham, NC

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

To be eligible for this position, you must reside in the same country where the job is located. This position is hybrid and will require several days per week in the Durham, NC office: ideally Monday & Wednesday. Job Overview Provide independent high level technical and general accounting services in accordance with IQVIA Finance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP), Sarbanes-Oxley rules and financial reporting requirements (including local GAAP and tax rules) of the business unit. Essential Functions Support month end process and reconciliations within deadlines and instructions. Ensure that accounting records are thoroughly maintained in preparation for independent audits. Maintain adequate and current documentation of the systems of internal control. Ensure that all processes and decisions are in line with IQVIA SOPs and local legal requirements. Where applicable, ensure appropriate communication with all business partners and support business partners in financial decisions, as needed. Provide recommendations to improve existing processes and financial systems and suggest alternatives where appropriate. Maintain a solid working knowledge of technical accounting skills. Participate in or manage finance related projects as needed. Manage timely completion of detailed accounts reconciliation and follow-up/resolving open items for specified tasks. May develop, implement, and/or maintain one or more accounting modules (A/R, A/P, Fixed Assets, General Ledger). May determine methods and procedures on new assignments and provide guidance to more junior colleagues. May assume overall responsibility for small size legal entity or regional tasks. Perform other duties as assigned. IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism. IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or higher required, preferably in accounting and finance.
3+ years’ experience in accounting required.
Experience with inventory, fixed assets, and revenue strongly preferred.
Ability and willingness to take ownership over processes.
Knowledge of PeopleSoft Finance modules required.
Ability to navigate and manage stress related to urgency with deliverables as assigned.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Technical accounting skills.
Good analytical and numeracy skills.
Ability to identify financial issues and execute mitigating actions.
Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple work requirements to meet deadlines.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers and clients.

Responsibilities

Support month end process and reconciliations within deadlines and instructions.
Ensure that accounting records are thoroughly maintained in preparation for independent audits.
Maintain adequate and current documentation of the systems of internal control.
Ensure that all processes and decisions are in line with IQVIA SOPs and local legal requirements.
Where applicable, ensure appropriate communication with all business partners and support business partners in financial decisions, as needed.
Provide recommendations to improve existing processes and financial systems and suggest alternatives where appropriate.
Maintain a solid working knowledge of technical accounting skills.
Participate in or manage finance related projects as needed.
Manage timely completion of detailed accounts reconciliation and follow-up/resolving open items for specified tasks.
May develop, implement, and/or maintain one or more accounting modules (A/R, A/P, Fixed Assets, General Ledger).
May determine methods and procedures on new assignments and provide guidance to more junior colleagues.
May assume overall responsibility for small size legal entity or regional tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned.