Senior Accountant, U.S. Accounting & Reporting

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Job Description Summary

The Senior Accountant is a key contributor within the U.S. Accounting Team, responsible for executing core Record to Report (R2R) accounting activities for both commercial and R&D. This role ensures high quality, timely, and technically accurate financial reporting in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Galderma’s Accounting Manual (GAM). The Senior Accountant maintains the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of assigned Balance Sheet accounts and supports the preparation of financial information used in internal and external reporting. This individual partners closely with Global Business Services (GBS) and cross functional teams to ensure compliant execution of accounting processes and contributes to global initiatives that impact the U.S. operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities and reporting processes in alignment with the global accounting calendar and close schedule.

• Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting with a focus on Balance Sheet accounts, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation.

• For assigned areas, ensure the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of all submitted financial data, in compliance with IFRS, Galderma’s Accounting Manual (GAM), and statutory requirements. Confirm proper classification of financial reporting lines for both IFRS (FCCS) and core performance (PBCS) books.

• Research and apply IFRS accounting guidance for issues related to assigned areas, ensuring alignment with GAM and corporate policies.

• Prepare high quality documentation for assigned areas, including manual journal entry support and Balance Sheet account reconciliations.

• Assist the Associate Director of Accounting & Reporting with Balance Sheet reviews and perform analytical reviews of account fluctuations to validate accuracy, completeness and integrity of financial results.

• Use reporting tools and system data to identify discrepancies, investigate root causes, and validate appropriate accounting treatment across relevant ledgers in accordance with IFRS and GAM.

• Partner closely with GBS to ensure timely and accurate review of journal entries, reconciliations and supporting documentation for assigned areas.    

• Support global/local finance projects, ERP enhancements, process improvements, and accounting policy implementations impacting the U.S. operation.

• Prepare and submit all Government surveys on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, ensuring accuracy and timely management review.  

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Master’s or CPA is a plus)

• Minimum 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within pharmaceutical, consumer goods, or similarly complex, public company multinational environments.

• Big 4 or public accounting experience strongly preferred

• Solid understanding of IFRS and U.S. GAAP, with the ability to research and apply accounting guidance to moderately complex transactions

• Experience with Global Business Services (GBS) or Shared Services operating models is a plus

• Strong ERP system knowledge (Oracle) and advanced Excel skills

• Highly analytical and detail-oriented, with a consistent track record of delivering accurate work under tight deadlines

• Demonstrated ability to identify process gaps and contribute to process improvement initiatives, including proposing practical, scalable solutions

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions in a multicultural, matrixed organization

• Contributes to a culture of collaboration, respect, empathy, and partnership, and supports Galderma’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

What we offer in return
You will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base. You will also have access to a range of company benefits, including a competitive wage with shift differential, annual bonus opportunities and career advancement and cross-training.

Next Steps

• If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter.

• The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager

• The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team

Our people make a difference
At Galderma, you'll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.

Employer's Rights:
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not an employment contract, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.