About the role

Aplyr's Quick Take

This role is about managing a team responsible for the monthly financial close operations within a global accounting services team. You'll oversee journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and audit requests, ensuring everything is accurate and on time. It's a senior management position focused on leadership and process improvement.

Good fit

Ideal candidates have over 7 years of experience in finance or accounting, with at least 3-5 years in a supervisory role, preferably in a multinational or pharmaceutical setting. Strong leadership skills and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders are essential.

Worth noting

This is a maternity cover position, which may offer a unique opportunity for someone looking for a temporary leadership role. The hybrid work model requires three days in the office, which could be a consideration for remote workers.

The role is part of the Accounting Services Team and will be responsible for managing the monthly and close global operations activities in line with Global processes and policies

Responsibilities

Lead a close operations team in the delivery of the global monthly and close transactions
Ensure accurate, timely and reliable delivery of monthly standard journal entries (including but not limited to Payroll, Prepayments, Accruals, Reclassification, Inventory Validation)
Ensure accurate, timely and reliable delivery of monthly close transactions (Goods in Transit, Foreign Exchange, Blocked Billing Document management, COGS Transfer)
Ensure accurate and timely submission of local entity data into group consolidation system (FCORE) Lead co-ordination and delivery of external and internal audit requests Review and approve applicable balance sheet reconciliations Drive global standardisation and processes as part of shared service centre evolution under a close operations team Support continuous improvement plans and projects Support Financial Controllers team ensuring collaboration and strong relationship foundations
General people management activities

Education Requirements

Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline; MBA or other advanced degree in related field desirable
Professional certification desirable (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Experience Requirements

7+ years' relevant experience in a multi-national company
3-5 years' supervisory or demonstrated leadership experience
Experience in accounting and finance
Experience in global scientific/pharmaceutical industry / Shared Service environment highly desirable.
Experience engaging with diverse stakeholders at varying levels within the organization
Experience in SAP
Proven ability to deliver audit reporting deliverables to a tight deadline

This is a hybrid role requiring working 3 days per week at the Liverpool, Speke site

This role is also available for internal employees as a secondment opportunity

About CSL Seqirus

CSL Seqirus is part of CSL. As one of the largest influenza vaccine providers in the world, CSL Seqirus is a major contributor to the prevention of influenza globally and a transcontinental partner in pandemic preparedness. With state-of-the-art production facilities in the U.S., the U.K. and Australia, CSL Seqirus utilizes egg, cell and adjuvant technologies to offer a broad portfolio of differentiated influenza vaccines in more than 20 countries around the world.

To learn more about CSL, CSL Behring, CSL Seqirus and CSL Vifor visit https://www.csl.com/ and CSL Plasma at https://www.cslplasma.com/.

Our Benefits

For more information on CSL benefits visit How CSL Supports Your Well-being | CSL.

You Belong at CSL

At CSL, Inclusion and Belonging is at the core of our mission and who we are. It fuels our innovation day in and day out. By celebrating our differences and creating a culture of curiosity and empathy, we are able to better understand and connect with our patients and donors, foster strong relationships with our stakeholders, and sustain a diverse workforce that will move our company and industry into the future.

To learn more about inclusion and belonging visit https://www.csl.com/careers/inclusion-and-belonging

Equal Opportunity Employer

CSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit https://www.csl.com/accessibility-statement.

Watch our ‘On the Front Line’ video to learn more about CSL Seqirus

Aplyr's read

CSL is a leader in biotechnology, focusing on therapies for rare diseases, with a diverse team dedicated to innovation and global impact.
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What's promising

•CSL has a strong focus on rare and serious diseases, offering a unique niche in the biotech industry.
•Recent hiring for senior roles indicates growth and investment in leadership and strategic capabilities.
•Global presence provides employees with opportunities for international collaboration and career development.

What to watch

•Highly specialized focus may limit opportunities for those outside the biotechnology field.
•Complex regulatory environment can pose challenges for compliance and operational efficiency.
•Rapid expansion may lead to integration challenges across diverse global teams.

Why CSL

•CSL's commitment to rare disease therapies differentiates it from broader-focused biotech firms.
•The company offers a wide array of roles, from regulatory affairs to ethics and compliance.
•CSL's global operations provide a platform for employees to engage in diverse cultural and professional experiences.

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