Manager, Accounting - Corporate Initiatives and Special Projects

** _What Accounting contributes to Cardinal Health_*
* Finance oversees the accounting, tax, financial plans and policies of the organization, establishes and maintains fiscal controls, prepares and interprets financial reports, oversees financial systems and safeguards the organization's assets.

Accounting establishes and maintains accounting policies and controls, completes technical research, safeguards the organization's assets and ensures accuracy of accounting and financial records in accordance with accounting standards.

** _Job Summary _*
* The Manager, Accounting - Corporate Initiatives and Special Projects will be a key member of the team, focusing on enterprise and segment strategic and value creation initiatives. This includes working extensively with external stakeholders and internal cross-functional teams, while supporting business and executive leadership in planning and execution. As part of a highly visible and impactful team, the Manager will have demonstrated experience flourishing in rapidly evolving environments and possess exceptional analytical and relationship building skills.

** _Responsibilities_*
* Plan and execute enterprise level strategic initiatives and special projects identified by executive leadership. Along with the supervising Director, responsibilities will vary depending on the nature of the initiative and may include but not be limited to:

+ Formulating and overseeing the execution of detailed project plans

+ Directing the work of external consultants, including acting as their ambassador in the execution of their work, reviewing deliverables, breaking down barriers as they arise, and providing strategic direction

+ Reporting project status and results to senior leadership

+ Potential support for M&A and divestiture transactions, including diligence and integration/separation support

+ Contract review and analysis

+ Preparation and review of financial analysis necessary to support initiatives

+ Engaging cross-functional stakeholders to support critical initiatives and bridging the gap between departmental responsibilities where necessary (Business partners will often include Accounting, FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Legal, Indirect Procurement, HR, Global Technology and Business Services, Business Segment Operations, and other corporate shared service functions)

+ Process and internal control assessment and design/redesign

+ Tracking and executing initiatives within approved budgets

** _Qualifications_*
* + 8-12 years of experience, preferred

+ 2+ years of management experience, preferred

+ Bachelor's degree in related field preferred, or equivalent work experience, preferred. Advanced degree, preferred.

+ CPA certification a plus

** Anticipated salary range:**  $105,100 - $150,100

** Bonus eligible:
** Yes

** Benefits:
** Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

+ Medical, dental and vision coverage

+ Paid time off plan

+ Health savings account (HSA)

+ 401k savings plan

+ Access to wages before pay day with myFlex Pay

+ Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

+ Short- and long-term disability coverage

+ Work-Life resources

+ Paid parental leave

+ Healthy lifestyle programs

** Application window anticipated to close:
** 8/1/2026
* if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

_Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply._

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