At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!
As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.
At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.
Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!
The Senior Finance Associate takes on a key role within the finance team and is responsible for maintaining the highest standards in the areas of financial reporting, control and compliance. This role includes managing accounting processes (O2C, S2P, R2R), supporting tax reporting, auditing and working capital management.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Preparation and review of annual financial statements in accordance with HGB and US GAAP
Ensure compliance and controls in line with all internal and external guidelines (SOX, Global Financial Policies, Ethics & Compliance)
Interface management and coordination of financial activities to ensure smooth processes with all internal and external shared service centers
Primary point of contact for financial standards, process documentation, and training materials to ensure proper execution of day-to-day operations
Collaborate with ESC on monthly accounting and reporting to U.S. GAAP
Conduct the review and approval of cash flow forecasts
The position holder will act as a technical expert for the preparation of the HGB financial position
Depending on the projects Elanco is pursuing, the job holder will be asked to participate either as an individual employee or as a coordinator
Working closely with the tax department to simplify internal and external tax submissions
What We Expect
Technical/university degree in economics with a focus on finance and accounting
Very good knowledge of US-GAAP and HGB
Min. 3 years of professional experience in the financial sector as an Accountant
Strong analytical skills
Very good knowledge of English and of German
Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office
SAP and One Stream are a plus
Minimum travel
Soft skills requirements
Strong interpersonal skills and conflict management/teamwork
Strong communication skills with appreciation for cultural diversity
Orientation towards process improvement / solution search
Anticipating, identifying problems and driving solutions forward
Strong communication skills, persuasiveness and assertiveness
High motivation, even in stressful situations
Willingness to take initiatives and take on new tasks
Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
WHAT WE OFFER
30 days holiday
Competitive salary
Bike leasing & Germany ticket
Company pension scheme
Home office allowance
The position is an E12 graded position according to the BETV of the chemical industry. Depending on the applicant's knowledge and skills, a higher classification is also possible.
Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status
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What We Do
At Elanco, we work to improve the health of animals through innovative products and services for pets and farm animals around the world. As a global animal health company, we provide solutions that empower our customers to advance a vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life. Since 1954, Elanco has committed to empowering veterinarians, farmers, and all those who care for animals with the tools they need to help animals live healthy lives.
Healthier animals are the key to making our lives better - This is the fundamental belief uniting all global Elanco employees. That’s why we are committed to the idea that our business can be a unique force for good for all in society.
Through our Elanco Healthy Purpose™ framework of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments, we focus on delivering sustainable solutions to advance the well-being of animals, people and the planet. This program also enables our employees around the world to take paid time off to make an impact as a volunteer, offering their time or talent to give back to our customers, causes and communities. #ElancoHealthyPurpose #WeAreElanco
