Controllers Global Accounting Senior Accountant

Pfizer • Tampa, FL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Controllers Global Accounting (CGA) Senior Accountant is a member of Pfizer’s Corporate Accounting organization, supporting accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance across accounting processes and business areas. Under general supervision, the role applies accounting knowledge, judgment, and analytical skills to support accurate and timely reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.

The Senior Accountant prepares journal entries, account reconciliations, balance sheet analyses, SOX controls, supporting schedules, and other month-end and quarter-end close deliverables. The role analyzes financial data, investigates routine and moderately complex variances, researches accounting guidance, and supports resolution of accounting and operational issues. It manages assigned deliverables, priorities, and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

The position supports a strong control environment through SOX control execution, process documentation, and adherence to internal policies and procedures. It partners with cross-functional stakeholders and participates in continuous improvement, automation, and transformation initiatives to improve efficiency, standardization, and value creation. The role is hybrid, requiring work from a Pfizer office two to three days per week or as business needs require. Some travel may be required. Extended hours may be needed during close and audit periods.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of experience; or master’s degree and more than 0 years of experience; or associate’s degree and 6 years of experience; or high school diploma or equivalent and 8 years of relevant experience.
• At least 1 year of relevant accounting, finance, audit, or related professional experience.
• Practical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial accounting principles.
• English proficiency.
• Solid understanding of accounting and finance principles.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze financial information, investigate variances, and identify potential issues.
• Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Self-motivation and initiative, including ability to manage assigned responsibilities with limited guidance.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and consistently meet deadlines.
• Effective written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate accounting and business matters to varied stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop effective partnerships with key stakeholders.
• Commitment to internal controls, compliance requirements, and documentation standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to learn and become proficient in new systems and technologies.
• Willingness and curiosity to develop technical, accounting, business, and technology skills.
• General understanding of business operations and end-to-end financial processes.
• Ability to identify process-improvement opportunities and develop practical solutions.
• Ability to perform complex data analysis and mathematical calculations and review large volumes of detailed financial information accurately.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States by any employer; U.S. work visa sponsorship is unavailable. The position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
• Must be able to work from a Pfizer office two to three days per week, or as required by the business.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with statutory accounting and/or other GAAP frameworks.
• CPA, CPA eligibility, ACCA, or international equivalent.
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Public accounting and/or audit experience.
• Experience with SAP for HANA, HFM, or similar enterprise financial systems.
• Experience working in a global or multinational organization.
• Experience supporting financial close, account reconciliations, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Experience participating in process improvement, automation, standardization, or finance transformation initiatives.
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative AI technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, for problem-solving, analysis, and productivity.
• Curiosity about using emerging technologies to improve financial processes and business outcomes, and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.
• Some travel to other locations may be required depending on project activities, business needs, meetings, workshops, and other role-related requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records, supporting documentation, work instructions, and compliance documentation.
• Prepare and support journal entries, account reconciliations, balance sheet analyses, and month-end and quarter-end close deliverables.
• Communicate with peers, management, and business partners about deliverables, deadlines, and accounting matters.
• Identify issues, analyze them, and communicate potential solutions and recommendations to management.
• Complete activities to operational excellence standards and within deadlines, service-level expectations, and process and control requirements.
• Execute and document SOX controls and support the control and compliance environment.
• Engage with business partners on routine accounting, reporting, and operational activities and build effective working relationships.
• Develop technical, accounting, business, and analytical capabilities while managing time and priorities.
• Participate in global initiatives, process improvements, automation opportunities, and transformational projects.
• Develop an understanding of the functionality, interfaces, and interdependencies of Pfizer’s financial processes and systems.
• Identify opportunities to simplify processes, improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and increase value-added activities.
• Analyze financial data, investigate variances, research accounting guidance, and support resolution of accounting and operational issues.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid vacation, holiday, and personal days.
• Paid caregiver, parental, and medical leave.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• Participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of base salary.
• Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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