Accounting Supervisor at AbbVie

PurposeFinance Shared Service: Join a Best in Class Shared Service organization in a fast paced environment where bold innovative thinking is encouraged. Our vibrant and innovative team values creativity collaboration and continuous improvement. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with business leaders throughout the organization. We believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential and drive our success.This Accounting Supervisor position will collaborate with stakeholders across AbbVie R&D organization to support the financial decision-making process by collecting analyzing and reporting financial data. Including process improvement initiatives that deliver agility and efficiency to R&D Finance. Review of data sources for accuracy and completeness preparation of month-end close journal entries balance sheet account responsibilities. Will work under the guidance of an Associate Director. ResponsibilitiesWork in close partnership with the R&D Finance Controller to ensure integrity of the ledgers and full compliance with accounting policies.Ensure compliance with Accounting Policies and Procedures.Oversee and coordinate the financial close process for the R&D organization including reviewingjournal entries to ensure alignment with AbbVie policies and US GAAP.Review and enhance balance sheet account reconciliations in Blackline identifying andimplementing process improvement opportunities to strengthen quality control.Ensure effective IPE controls for all areas of responsibility and partner with stakeholders forcomplete and accurate results and support audit requests.Provide expert guidance on the accounting treatment of R&D related items for the newly acquiredentities.Manage Unclaimed Property compliance of US entities with state regulation and coordinate withthe third-party vendor for timely state filings.Offer accounting support and contribute expertise to projects system upgrades and processimprovement initiatives.Develop and implement initiatives to improve the efficiency and quality of financial processes.Lead and develop a team of 3 direct reports.Qualifications : QualificationsBachelors degree in accounting or financeMinimum 6 years of progressive and related experience in Accounting or FinanceStrong organizational analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detailExcellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization.Individual must be self-motivated and be able to work independentlyProficient in business applications: Excel Blackline and SAPAdditional Information : Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation holidays sick) medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus commission incentive benefits or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Companys sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole and absolute discretion consistent with applicable law. AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity driving innovation transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more visit  & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation click here to learn more: Work : NoEmployment Type : Full-time Key Skills General Ledger Reconciliation,Accounting Software,Account Analysis,GAAP,QuickBooks,General Ledger Accounting,Accounting,Sage,Regulatory Reporting,Account Reconciliation,ERP Systems,Supervising Experience Experience: years Vacancy: 1