Senior Manager, External Reporting

The Senior Manager of External Reporting assists in ensuring compliant, complete, accurate and timely SEC and other filings. The individual will participate in streamlining and improving the quality and timeliness of the financial reporting processes. The individual will work cross functionally with other departments within the Controllers organization, Investor Relations, Corporate Governance, Treasury and Global Accounting.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
In order of importance, indicate the primary responsibilities critical to the performance of the role. It is recommended not to list actual tasks but focus on 5-8 essential responsibilities that highlight accountability and level of judgment required.

• Financial Reporting: Coordinate and prepare information included in earnings releases and Form 8-K, Form 10-Q, Form 10-K and on-line Annual Report, as well as assist in review of select financial information in Proxy Statement, and Registration Statements (S-8, S-3, e.g.) and other filings as needed. Applies skills, discipline, technical and line knowledge to contribute to the achievement of work within Work Team. Due to comprehensive breadth of knowledge and prior work experience, has high level and high awareness of own limits. Becomes a resource for others. Works independently on most assignments using knowledge and work experience to achieve desired results. Assignments are often self-initiated. Determines and pursues courses of action necessary to obtain desired results. Uses a variety of communication tools and techniques to present complex ideas. Anticipates potential objections and influences others. May be responsible for reviewing the work of others.
• XBRL: Lead the review of XBRL to ensuring compliance with XBRL requirements. Able to work independently; makes decisions within general business line. Acts as a technical resource within the team.
• Process Strategy/Leveraging of Technology: Partner with responsible parties to further automate the datasets that feed into reporting the main financial statements and footnotes to the SEC; leverage technology to ensure the timely, complete and accurate delivery of information in support of external financial reporting for Pfizer. Applies knowledge of internal/external business challenges to provide input into recommendations for improvements. With and through others, creates an environment where innovation is the standard. Takes appropriate risks to advance innovative processes and methodologies based on comprehensive business knowledge. Decisions impact Sub Business Unit/Sub Operating Unit and its customers. Decisions have mid-term effect on ability to deliver function(s) objectives.
• SOX Controls/Coordination of Internal and External Audits: Provide support to internal and external auditors during audits and interim reviews.
• Business Process Reengineering/Benchmarking: Review disclosures of competitors and various public companies for reporting practices and improvements to Company disclosures.
• Financial Reporting and Integration of Acquired Companies and/or Financial Reporting of Discontinued Operations: Provides guidance to and/or may lead/co-lead supporting the consolidation and integration of acquired companies or reporting discontinued operations.
• Corporate Support: partner with Treasury, Corporate Governance/Legal, Investor Relations, and Global Accounting to support their projects (e.g., debt issuances, proxy, shareholders' meetings, governance, benefit plan financial statements). Assist in preparing and reviewing other financial statements and reports as needed. Uses a variety of communication tools and techniques to present complex ideas. Anticipates potential objections and influences others.
• Role in Team Interaction: Leads operational team(s) within and across Work Teams and Departments. Takes responsibility for the team's milestones/deliverables.

OTHER JOB SKILLS

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of accounting and financial systems/processes and controls
• Experience working with multiple levels (including executive level), functions and regions; able to partner and support others without having a direct reporting relationship
• Strong organizational skills; manages own time to meet objectives; forecasts and plans resource requirements); must be able to multi-task
• Ability to carry out responsibilities with a sense of urgency

REQUIRED BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
• CPA
• 7-10 years of combined experience with Big 4/tier 2 public accounting and publicly held multinational companies
• In-depth knowledge of external financial reporting and SEC compliance
• XBRL knowledge and experience
• Proficient knowledge and experience with Workiva's WDesk software
• Strong computer skills; proficient in Excel
• Strong technical acumen, analytical and financial reporting skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA
• Knowledge and experience with SharePoint
• Actively exhibits the principles present in Pfizer's Purpose blueprint and values and behaviors culture

OTHER JOB DETAILS:

• Last Date to Apply for Job: November 26, 2024
• Must be able to work in Pfizer NYC Headquarters office 2-3 days per week, or as needed by the business
• Eligible for Employee Referral Bonus
• Overtime during the quarters and at year-end is required and throughout the year in order to meet deliverables

Candidate demonstrates a breadth of diverse leadership experiences and capabilities including: the ability to influence and collaborate with peers, develop and coach others, oversee and guide the work of other colleagues to achieve meaningful outcomes and create business impact.
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $117,300.00 to $195,500.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 17.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life's moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site - U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
Sunshine Act
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EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
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