SFA, Close and Consolidations

Johnson & Johnson•West Chester, MA

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

The SFA, Close and Consolidations plays a critical role in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial close and consolidation processes. This role partners closely with Finance, Accounting, and Business stakeholders to support monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, drive process consistency, and strengthen financial reporting quality. The position offers high visibility across the organization and meaningful impact on enterprise-level financial outcomes during a period of transformation and growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
4-6 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, close, or consolidation roles.
Strong knowledge of financial close and consolidation processes.
Experience performing financial analysis and variance explanations.
Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control requirements.
Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
English language proficiency.

Nice To Haves

MBA, CPA, or equivalent advanced degree or certification preferred.
Experience supporting enterprise or multi-entity consolidations.
Prior experience in a large, matrixed, or global organization.
Familiarity with consolidation and reporting tools (e.g., Hyperion or similar platforms).
Experience supporting audits and SOX compliance activities.
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate financial results for non-finance partners.
CPA or equivalent preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, including consolidation, analysis, and reporting.
Prepare and review consolidated financial results, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
Perform variance analysis and provide clear explanations of financial results to key stakeholders.
Coordinate intercompany activities, including eliminations and reconciliations.
Maintain and improve close and consolidation processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency, standardization, and automation.
Partner with business units and regional finance teams to resolve close-related issues and ensure timely submissions.
Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.
Ensure adherence to internal controls, SOX requirements, and financial governance standards.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
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