BioMarin Pharmaceutical

Senior Accountant, US Controllership

BioMarin Pharmaceutical$100K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
  • CPA or equivalent experience preferred
  • 5+ years of relevant accounting experience required
  • Familiarity with US GAAP accounting principles
  • Experience with SAP or similar large ERP systems preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills needed
  • Proficient in Excel and analytical problem-solving capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Own and support multifaceted accounting projects across U.S. Controllership
  • Prepare journal entries ensuring compliance with US GAAP standards
  • Conduct monthly reconciliations for general and administrative accounts
  • Guide junior accountants in month-end processes and journal entry reviews
  • Collaborate with Corporate function leaders to assess transactions and accounting treatment
  • Assist auditors by preparing necessary documentation and ensuring SOX compliance
  • Prepare supporting schedules for SEC filings and respond to inquiries
  • Implement process improvements leveraging automation and technology

Benefits

  • Flexible work hours within a hybrid model, requiring onsite presence twice per week
  • Opportunities for career development through involvement in strategic projects
  • Access to advanced technology tools to enhance accounting processes
  • Supportive team environment encouraging collaboration and innovation
  • Commitment to environmental protection and employee safety initiatives
Full Job Description
Description

SUMMARY

This role within U.S. Controllership will be responsible for supporting accounting activities and initiatives for the Corporate functions, as well as activities that span the broader Controllership organization. The position will serve as a key resource in driving operational excellence through ownership of Corporate accounting activities, cross-functional initiatives and other strategic priorities, partnering across the organization to help ensure accounting processes, controls, and reporting requirements remain effective. In addition, the role will also support broader U.S. Controllership objectives through process improvement initiatives, operational enhancements, and other strategic projects that improve the evolution and scalability of the accounting function.

RESPONSIBILTIES

- Own and support accounting activities and projects that span multiple functions across the Controllership organization, providing flexible support for evolving business priorities and organizational needs

- Compile and analyze information to prepare journal entries in compliance with US GAAP

- Perform monthly reconciliations on various G&A prepaids, accruals, and intercompany accounts

- Provide guidance to junior staff accountants in the preparation and review of journal entries and other month-end deliverables

-Partner closely with leaders across Corporate functions to support key business initiatives, evaluate transactions, and ensure appropriate accounting treatment in accordance with U.S. GAAP.

- Assist with audits, including preparing work papers for the auditors and maintain evidence of SOX controls compliance

- Compile supporting schedules for quarterly and annual SEC filings and answer questions as needed from the reporting team

- Identify and implement process improvements through automation, reporting enhancements, AI-enabled solutions, and other technology tools to improve efficiency and strengthen controls

- Support special projects and contribute to evolving U.S. Controllership priorities

DESIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

- CPA or equivalent experience preferred

- SAP or large ERP experience preferred

- 5+ years of relevant experience, with a mix of public accounting and industry preferred

- Knowledgeable about US GAAP accounting concepts, including prepaids, accruals, and allocations.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Proven experience working in a team, especially in a guiding and advising capacity

- Strong Excel skills

- Detailed and analytical person who enjoys solving problems and learning new areas, with a mindset for process improvements and automation

- Ability to manage changing priorities and support multiple accounting areas

WORKSTYLE

This role is hybrid requiring an onsite presence in San Rafael twice per week. The role may not be performed remotely.

Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.

Ireland Safety Responsibility
Support the organisation's commitment to environmental protection, injury prevention, and continual improvement of EHS management systems. Actively contribute to a safe and environmentally responsible workplace by identifying hazards, reporting incidents and participating in EHS initiatives and training.

About BioMarin Pharmaceutical

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. is a biotechnology company that develops and commercializes innovative therapies for patients with serious and life-threatening rare and ultra-rare genetic diseases. The company's portfolio consists of seven commercialized products and multiple clinical and pre-clinical product candidates. BioMarin's products are used to treat patients suffering from rare genetic diseases such as phenylketonuria, achondroplasia, and Batten disease. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in San Rafael, California.
Learn more about BioMarin Pharmaceutical
Size
3,045 employees
Market Cap
$19.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$859.1 million
Founded
2003
5 Year Trend
+10.6%
Revenue
$1.8 billion
NASDAQ

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