Senior Manager SOX Compliance - Americas - Parsippany, NJ (Hybrid)

Location

Parsippany, NJ | United States

Job description

Who we are

Together, we’re on a mission to make good health more affordable and accessible, to help millions around the world enjoy healthier lives. It’s a mission that bonds our people across nearly 60 countries and a rich, diverse variety of nationalities and backgrounds. Working here means working with the world’s leading manufacturer of generic medicines, and the proud producer of many of the products on the World Health Organization’s Essential Medicines List. Today, at least 200 million people around the world take one of our medicines every single day. An amazing number, but we’re always looking for new ways to continue making a difference, and new people to make a difference with.

The opportunity

The SOX Compliance Senior Manager - Americas is a key member of Teva’s Global SOX Compliance Team, representing the Americas region (USA and Canada), reporting to the Americas Regional SOX Leader.
This position will work in conjunction with the regional SOX leader, finance management, and key control owners across various business functions within the organization to evaluate management’s performance of SOX related activities. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, evaluation of design (walkthroughs) and operating effectiveness of management’s internal controls over financial reporting. 

Limited travel is required, but not on a consistent/regular basis.

How you’ll spend your day

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct process walkthroughs with key control owners and document process understanding in the form of narratives and/or flowcharts; update documentation throughout the year based on changes identified 
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of information in the risk control matrix within SOX management application 
• Assist with key initiatives and projects such as risk & control assessment associated with changes in systems/applications (ie. ERPs, inventory management systems, revenue management systems, etc.), accounting rules, auditing standards, and organizational structure changes
• Develop and execute detailed work plans/test scripts to conclude on the operating effectiveness of key SOX controls
• Identify gaps between risks and implemented controls, consolidate deficiencies, evaluate magnitude, and prepare remediation plans
• Develop and maintain positive work relationships with control owners and other key members of management across various business functions and levels
• Collaborate with management to promote control consciousness and maintenance of an effective & efficient internal control environment
• Produce written reports (including ad-hoc reports) and other documents with clear organized thoughts
• Liaise between management and the external auditors on requests related to the annual integrated financial statement audit 
• Other projects and duties as required/assigned

Your experience and qualifications

Position Requirements

• Critical thinking - Ability to extract and synthesize information and draw conclusions
• Analytical thinking - Strong analytical and organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Communication - Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate with cross-functional personnel at various organizational levels
• Project Management - Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment by collaborating with and influencing cross functional personnel.  Deadline-focused, exhibit problem-solving skills
• Work with diversity - Ability to work with diverse cultures and languages within global organization
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Follows Teva Safety, Health, and Environmental policies and procedures

Education Required 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in accounting

Licenses, Professional Certifications 

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA –  Preferred ), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Experience Required    

• Minimum 4 years of proven experience in SOX accounting, consulting, or corporate internal audit
• Big 4 public accounting (or other large accounting firm) experience working on public companies

Specialized or Technical Knowledge Required    

• Strong understanding of the COSO internal control framework - business process analysis and risk assessment
• Strong understanding of US GAAP
• Proficient in all MS Office applications (ie. Excel, Visio); advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel techniques (ie. Pivot Tables, Data Tables, VLookup, etc.)
• Knowledge and general understanding of major ERP systems (ie. SAP, Oracle) a plus
• General understanding of the pharmaceutical industry is preferred, but not required

Job Conditions

• The position is based out of the Teva USA’s HQ in Parsippany, New Jersey
• Hybrid work arrangement available, including year-round flex hours on Fridays

Enjoy a more rewarding choice

We are strengthening and adding to our critical teams with great talent and capabilities: Teva, a global organization with a brand of evolving success. Be part of it!

We offer a competitive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage starting on the first day. We also offer Disability and Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 6% match on the 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and Tuition Assistance.

Already Working @TEVA?

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Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment

Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's global policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

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