US Record to Report Senior Accountant

** Role Summary
** For more than 170 years, Pfizer has continuously worked to make a difference by delivering innovative therapies that improve the lives of our patients. By building a talented community of colleagues that aligns with our patient-focused purpose and core values, Pfizer has improved global health and impacted more than 1 billion patients around the world.  One of our primary goals is to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve, which is why we continue to surround ourselves with colleagues of diverse backgrounds and abilities who can contribute unique viewpoints and perspectives to all aspects of our business.

Diverse teams are more collaborative, more balanced, and more accepting of difference, promoting a culture that encourages our people to bring their most authentic selves to work every day. Pfizer consistently strives to create an inclusive environment where every colleague feels seen, heard, and cared  honor of our commitment to create breakthroughs that change patients’ lives, Pfizer is also revolutionizing and evolving how colleagues work today.

This year, Pfizer launched a new initiative that we call Log In For Your Day where a majority of colleagues can arrange with their manager to work remotely two to three days a week while still maintaining the ability to collaborate regularly in person at our sites. This flexible working model blends the best of remote work and on-site collaboration to drive greater flexibility, support work-life balance, and promote a vibrant, agile, and innovative culture.  

The Controllers Global Accounting (CGA) Senior Accountant is a key member of the Corporate Accounting organization, responsible for supporting accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance activities across a variety of accounting processes and business areas. Working under general supervision, the Senior Accountant applies accounting knowledge and analytical skills to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements.  

The Senior Accountant is responsible for preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, balance sheet analyses, SOX controls and preparing supporting schedules and required deliverables as part of the month-end and quarter-end close processes. The role requires the ability to analyze financial data, investigate routine and moderately complex variances, research accounting guidance, and support the resolution of accounting and operational issues. The Senior Accountant manages assigned deliverables, prioritizes multiple responsibilities, and consistently meets reporting deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.  

The Senior Accountant supports a strong control environment through execution of SOX controls, maintenance of process documentation, and compliance with internal policies and procedures. The role partners with cross-functional stakeholders to support operational and reporting objectives, participate in process improvement initiatives, and contribute to transformational projects that enhance efficiency, standardization, and value creation within the organization.  
** Standard Role Responsibilities (75% of total role)
*** Maintain records, supporting files/documentation, complete/accurate work instructions, and necessary compliance documentation in an organized manner
* Effectively communicate to peers and management with regards to work tasks and deadlines and identify issues proactively and communicate to manager along with potential range of solutions
* Ensure activities are performed to a high standard of operational excellence, established service level agreements and deadlines are met, and adhere to defined process/control requirements
* Engage directly with select business partners on routine activities and deliverables; develop relationships
* Develop technical and business skills, ensuring effective and efficient use of time and competencies
* Ensure strong commitment to the control environment through training and review to meet all control and compliance requirements
* Participate in global initiatives including transformational projects as needed
* Understand the functionality, interfaces and interdependencies of Pfizer’s financial processes and systems
* Focus on continuous improvement in order to improve efficiencies and grow value add opportunities
** Other Skills**:
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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