Finance Director, Global Technical Accounting Advisory Services & Policy

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine•New Brunswick, NJ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a Finance Director of Global Technical Accounting Advisory Services & Policy (GTAAS), which is part of the Corporate Controllership function. This position will report to the Vice President of GTAAS and is based in the World Headquarters office in New Brunswick, NJ. The individual in this position will lead, direct and advise on U.S. GAAP and J&J’s worldwide policies and procedures related to financial accounting and reporting, with a heavy focus on the accounting related to revenue recognition, inventory, leases, fixed assets, impairments, and various other topics. Additionally, this role will advise on proper disclosure requirements for our SEC filings and other public filings. The person in this role will also assist in other projects led by GTAAS, including the implementation of new accounting standards, training initiatives, and updates to accounting policies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
CPA required
10+ years of accounting, external financial reporting, financial controls or auditing experience
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC rules and regulations is required, combined with the ability to research and propose company positions on complex accounting issues.
Strong knowledge of the following technical accounting areas related to the pharmaceutical and medical device industries is preferred: Revenue Recognition; Inventory; Leases; Impairments of Long-Lived Assets; Licensing Arrangements; Business Restructuring
Ability to react to changes quickly and work effectively in high-pressure situations, managing multiple projects at a time
Ability to exercise a high level of independent judgment, influence and execution working in complex environments and driving change
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 other finance leaders and external auditors

Responsibilities

Lead and advise on accounting and reporting for complex business transactions, collaborating with business leaders and finance teams across all sectors to ensure accounting consistency and support strategic business decisions.
Serve as a key contact in interfacing with external and internal auditors to ensure that all business transactions are aligned to both U.S. GAAP and J&J’s policies.
Advise on the development of U.S. GAAP financial statements and footnote information in support of our SEC filings and other filings, such as carve-out financial statements.
Monitor and evaluate emerging accounting and regulatory developments (e.g., FASB and SEC) and determine potential impacts to J&J, working closely with other relevant stakeholders within J&J. Also lead efforts in the implementation of new accounting and reporting standards for the company.
Develop and deliver training and education throughout the finance organization regarding accounting and reporting updates.
Lead other special projects that may be outside of core responsibilities, such as accounting for acquisitions, assisting with divestitures (including carve-out financial statements), and evaluating the design of internal controls
Mentor and develop other team members of GTAAS, fostering a culture of learning, inclusion, and excellence.

Benefits

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.
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 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
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year