Manager, Technical Accounting

West Pharmaceutical Services • Uwchlan Township, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience required
• 5+ years experience in Public Accounting, Industry with a Public Company, or a combination
• Active CPA license required
• Use written and oral communication skills
• Read and interpret data, information and documents
• Maintain the ability to work well with others in a variety of situations
• Be able to multi-task, work under time constraints and tight deadlines, problem solve, and prioritize
• Able to work independently and make sound decisions
• Have the ability to observe and interpret situations, analyze and solve problems

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of US GAAP, SEC reporting requirements and Sarbanes-Oxley 404.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to summarize conclusions and make recommendations to management;
• Experience with SAP and HFM preferred
• Ability to work effectively with teams and manage multiple tasks in order to meet tight deadlines
• Effective functional and technical knowledge
• Excellent interpersonal skills, and a strong team player
• Ability to work on multiple complex projects and bring those projects to successful conclusion
• Demonstrated success in working across multiple levels of the organization including senior leadership
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times

Responsibilities

• Lead our technical accounting policy function, providing consultation to our global team members;
• Prepare detailed accounting memos to be distributed to the groups impacted internally that summarize the topic, technical accounting guidance, and Company’s conclusion;
• Ensure accounting policies are maintained and properly reflect the current company and accounting landscape;
• Monitor, research and interpret new U.S. GAAP pronouncements and SEC reporting requirements, and assess and document the impact on the Company’s financial statements and disclosures through implementation;
• Lead the accounting of derivatives, improving the respective control processes in each cycle;
• Review revenue contracts to ensure appropriate revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606, working with our legal, contracts, and commercial team members;
• Assist in the preparation and review of Form 10Q and 10K SEC filings during quarter-end months;
• Interact with cross-functional teams that include controllership, financial planning and analysis, operations, treasury, tax, investor relations, legal, human resources, internal and external audit, and others, as necessary, keeping business partners abreast of developments in accounting and financial reporting and related firm policies and positions through issuance of various publications, training sessions and other meeting forums;
• Interact with internal and external auditors to support the Company’s accounting positions and facilitate an efficient audit and review process;
• Perform special projects and other duties assigned by Controllership team, as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional growth through training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill-certification initiatives.
• With facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, employees have opportunities for international exposure and cross-functional collaboration.
• A global workforce that values diversity, equity, and inclusion—where all voices are heard and respected in a supportive environment.
• West encourages volunteerism through its West without Borders initiative and other charitable programs that make a difference in local communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees