Accounting Transformation Associate Director at Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Job DescriptionGeneral Summary:Vertex is seeking a hands-on experienced team member with a passion for transformation and bringing new capabilities to our organization. The Associate Director Accounting Transformation will manage and support initiatives that will modernize streamline and enhance processes impacting the Accounting and Finance teams. This new role is ideal for a motivated individual who thrives on working on meaningful projects while bringing stakeholders along through all facets of the journey.Key Duties and Responsibilities:Manage daily aspects of various transformation projects while keeping deliverables on track to meet agreed upon timelines.Drive analysis of large data sets and provide clear interpretations as a result.Engage with appropriate stakeholders to ensure reporting impacts are well understood documented and addressed effectively.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze and document current and future state process workflowsDevelop and execute strategy for testing system implementation and process updates with a focus on transactional testing through reporting in a SOX compliant manner.Partner closely with DTE Accounting Finance and other stakeholders including any 3rd party vendors on gathering and finalizing requirements and cross functional resources neededImplement best practices in financial reporting internal controls and compliance to ensure accuracy and consistency of accounting recordsAssist with change management efforts to ensure the successful adoption of new systems tools and/or processesEffectively communicate with and train stakeholders on any new tools or processes as neededKnowledge and Skills:Demonstrated transformation experience with complex integrated transactional and reporting systems. Oracle EBS and Hyperion Essbase knowledge strongly preferred.Understanding of accounting transactional system workflows and accounting principles.Solid understanding of data movement into various reporting layers and hierarchiesReporting enhancements including requirements gathering and functional design documents.Possesses solid interpersonal and organizational skills with an understanding of Lean principles and project management terminology.Able to anticipate change and leading by example with a can do attitude.Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to succinctly convey relevant information across multiple levels of the organization.Strong understanding of internal controls and compliance requirements.Knowledge of Tax and Treasury terminology a significant plusEducation and Experience:Bachelors degree in either Accounting Finance Information Technology Business or a related fieldTypically requires 10 years of experience in finance or accounting with a large complex multinational organizationProject experience leading and/or supporting transformational initiativesExperience with transactional system design and testingLife science industry experience is preferredA track record of success working in a team-based environmentExperience with SmartView RPA BOTS and latest AI advancements is preferred#LI-HYBRIDPay Range:$144000 - $216000Disclosure Statement:The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors including skills competencies experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.At Vertex our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career financial family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter) educational assistance programs including student loan repayment a generous commuting subsidy matching charitable donations 401(k) and so much more.Flex Designation:Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site EligibleFlex Eligibility Status:In this Hybrid-Eligible role you can choose to be designated as:1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertexs Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.#LI-HybridCompany InformationVertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a persons race color sex gender identity or expression age religion national origin ancestry ethnicity disability veteran status genetic information sexual orientation marital status or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities in accordance with applicable law. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager or contact Talent Acquisition at Required Experience:Director Key Skills Program assessment,FDA Regulations,Manufacturing & Controls,Program Evaluation,budget forecast,Research Experience,Operations Management,Research & Development,Strategic Planning,Contract Management,Leadership Experience,negotiation Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 144000 - 216000