Senior Manager, Technical Accounting & Policy

Bristol-Myers Squibb - Princeton, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Princeton, NJ

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The position of Senior Manager - Technical Accounting & Policy is a key role within the Controllership organization at Bristol Myers Squibb, reporting directly to the Director of Technical Accounting & Policy. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with US GAAP across various accounting areas, including leases, restructuring, acquisitions, and business development. The Senior Manager will engage in cross-functional collaboration, working closely with teams such as Consolidations & Financial Reporting, Business Controls, Corporate FP&A, and regional accounting teams. In this capacity, the Senior Manager will be responsible for researching and interpreting complex accounting standards, providing guidance on their application, and assisting in the development and maintenance of US GAAP accounting policies and procedures. The role also involves overseeing the global lease accounting process under ASC 842, managing the tracking and reporting of Non-GAAP financial measures, and serving as an accounting liaison for acquisitions and dispositions. Additionally, the Senior Manager will contribute to the preparation and review of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements, identify opportunities for process improvements, and lead training sessions on relevant US GAAP topics for the global finance organization. This position requires a strong background in technical accounting, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex accounting concepts effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Research and interpret complex accounting standards and provide guidance on their application in accordance with US GAAP.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of US GAAP accounting policies and procedures.
• Oversee the global lease accounting process under ASC 842, including review of all significant new and modified leases and compilation of annual SEC reporting requirements.
• Manage the tracking and reporting of certain Non-GAAP financial measures and related global processes including acquisition integration costs, restructuring costs and site rationalization activities.
• Serve as an accounting liaison for acquisitions/dispositions, support purchase price allocations, asset impairment tests, and other special projects.
• Contribute to the preparation and review of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements, including compilation of related footnotes, coordination, and review of supporting materials, impact of recent transactions and new accounting changes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Lead trainings on relevant US GAAP accounting topics to the global finance organization and upskill the broader enabling functions teams to enhance oversight and accountability.
• Oversee and develop the Accounting Development Program (ADP) rotational team member on various workstreams.

Requirements

• 5 to 10 years of accounting experience, preferably with a Big Four public accounting firm or experience in the Life Sciences Industry.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.
• CPA required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and knowledge of AI tools.
• Working knowledge of SAP or similar system is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to work with all levels and functions within the organization.
• Excellent analytical skills, highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
• Ability to collaborate and manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the Life Sciences Industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of AI tools is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Flexible work environment with options for hybrid work models.