Manager, Close and Consolidations

Johnson & Johnson • West Chester, MA

22h • Hybrid

About The Position

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Manager , Close and Consolidations, located in Raynham, MA. The Manager, Close and Consolidations plays a critical leadership role in ensuring accurate , timely , and compliant financial close and consolidation activities for DePuy Synthes. This position partners closely with regional and global finance teams to deliver high ‑ quality consolidated financial statements, support external reporting requirements, and drive continuous improvement across close processes. The role offers the opportunity to influence financial integrity and operational excellence during a period of organizational transformation and growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting , Finance, or a related field (required).
• Typically 6-8 years of progressive experience in accounting, financial close, and consolidation roles, including people leadership.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Hands ‑ on experience with consolidation systems and enterprise financial platforms (e.g., Hyperion, OneStream, SAP, or similar).
• Strong analytical, problem ‑ solving , and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting matters clearly.
• Experience partnering with auditors and cross ‑ functional stakeholders.
• English (required).

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Accounting , Finance, or MBA (preferred).
• Experience in a global, matrixed organization within a regulated industry.
• Prior experience supporting carve ‑ outs , separations, or major business transformations.
• Demonstrated success driving process improvements and system enhancements.
• CPA or equivalent professional certification.
• Advanced Excel and financial reporting tool proficiency .
• Proven ability to manage complex close timelines across multiple entities and geographies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close and consolidation activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of consolidated financial results.
• Oversee consolidation processes, including intercompany eliminations, currency translation, equity accounting, and system consolidations.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, internal accounting policies, and external reporting requirements.
• Partner with regional finance, FP&A, tax, and controllership teams to resolve complex accounting and consolidation issues.
• Review and analyze consolidated financial statements, balance sheets, and key variance drivers, providing clear explanations to senior leadership.
• Support internal and external audits by coordinating documentation, responding to inquiries, and ensuring issue resolution.
• Drive process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives across close and consolidation activities.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Benefits

• 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 period
• Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
• Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager