The Accounting Manager supports the controllership organization through business unit financial, accounting, and internal control support, contract review activities and review of balance sheet reconciliations. This role partners cross-functionally with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and Audit to support accurate financial reporting and a strong control environment. **Must be located in either the Alpharetta or Dallas area** Key Responsibilities Advanced Accounting & Financial Analysis • Lead preparation of monthly and quarterly balance sheet and income statement variance (flux) analyses, identifying root causes, trends, and risks requiring management attention. • Independently perform contract reviews by identifying key financial terms, evaluating U.S. GAAP implications, and partnering with Legal and Finance stakeholders to support appropriate accounting conclusions • Develop clear, concise variance explanations suitable for leadership, Corporate and external audit review. • Apply judgment to identify unusual or complex transactions and escalate appropriately. • Communicate complex accounting matters clearly to non-technical stakeholders. • Work closely with FP&A and the Intercompany team to identify and document Intercompany relationships and ensure proper accounting treatment including eliminations. Balance Sheet Ownership & Close Support • Review balance sheet account reconciliations ensuring compliance with reconciliation standards and timely resolution of reconciling items. • Serve as a key contributor to month-end close activities, including journal entry preparation, account analysis, and review support. • Proactively identify close risks, inefficiencies, or control gaps and recommend corrective actions. Internal Controls & Risk Management • Execute and support internal controls over financial reporting, including SOX controls, with an understanding of risk, materiality, and control objectives. • Lead walkthroughs, coordinate audit requests, and ensure documentation meets internal and external audit standards. • Support remediation of control deficiencies and track completion of corrective actions. Continuous Improvement & Professional Leadership • Collaborate with cross-functional partners to resolve issues, improve processes, and maintain financial accuracy. • Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, documentation quality, and analytical rigor. • Contribute to standardization of flux analysis, reconciliation templates, and control documentation. • Assist with ad hoc analysis and special projects as assigned. Minimum Requirement Degree and typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience. Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred). Experience in healthcare/life sciences or complex, matrixed environments is a plus Critical Skills • 7+ years of progressive accounting experience • Ability to communicate with influence both verbal and written • Ability to collaborate cross functionally within a matrix organization • Strong understanding and implementation of US GAAP • Knowledge of all aspects of the COSO framework and comfort leading system/process change Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis techniques • Demonstrated experience performing contract reviews, revenue recognition analysis, or technical accounting assessments Salary: 95,300.00 - 127,100.00 - 158,900.00 USD Annual with 15% MIP P4 Additional Knowledge & Skills ERP (SAP) proficiency; close automation tools (e.g., BlackLine), and BI/reporting (e.g., Power BI). Working Conditions Environment (Office, warehouse, etc.) -Office/Home Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.) - Sitting long periods of time This position offers the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement based on recent updates to our in-office/work-from-home model. If located in DFW area, the selected candidate may be expected to work on-site at our Las Colinas office a minimum of two (2) days per week, with the remaining days worked remotely. Specific in-office days may be designated according to team needs and business priorities. We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here. Our Base Pay Range for this position $95,300 - $158,900 McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson's (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind: McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application. McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates. 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