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Sr Accountant, Technical Accounting Operations

Employer
Gilead Sciences, Inc.
Location
Foster City, CA, United States
Start date
May 13, 2021

Job Details

Sr Accountant, Technical Accounting Operations
United States - California - Foster City

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based bio-pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. With each new discovery and investigational drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients living with life-threatening diseases around the world. Gilead's therapeutic areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer and inflammation, and serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.

Making an impact on a global scale
Inclusion is one of the company's five core values. That's because we know that we are stronger and more innovative at Gilead when we are informed by a diverse set of backgrounds, experiences and points of view. Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative therapeutics in areas of unmet medical need. The company's mission is to advance the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases worldwide.

When you join Gilead, you join our mission to change the world by enabling people to live healthier and more fulfilling lives. Come join a mission-driven bio-pharmaceutical organization that values inclusion and diversity, has a strong portfolio of products, and is constantly #CreatingPossible

The Sr Accountant of Technical Accounting Operations supports and conducts technical research and accounting operations in various complex areas. This role is ideal for an accounting professional looking to leverage his/her technical experience while also gaining experience in complex accounting operations and owning the related sections of SEC filings. He/she will develop working relationships with cross-functional partners and various levels of management.

Essential Functions
  • Support accounting processes for debt and equity related capital market transactions, derivative instruments, share-based compensation, debt and equity investments and other complex transactions
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly and year-end close activities for assigned accounts (e.g. journal entries and account reconciliations)
  • Analyze and prepare balance sheet variance explanations
  • Prepare SEC reporting schedules (e.g. statement of stockholders' equity, statement of comprehensive income, debt footnote, derivatives footnote, earnings per share, etc.)
  • Work closely with internal and external auditors to support quarterly reviews and audits by providing timely, accurate data and communication
  • Maintain appropriate internal controls for areas of responsibility
  • Assist with maintaining and updating global accounting policies based on the guidance
  • Support the preparation and review of certain proxy materials
  • Interact with Financial Shared Services, Tax, Treasury, International Finance, FP&A, HR and various other functions across different geographies within the company to facilitate an effective close process and support special projects
  • Assist with ad hoc research and other special projects


Knowledge, Experience and Skills
  • BA or BS degree in accounting or equivalent and 4+ years of relevant and progressive experience
  • In-depth knowledge of US GAAP and general accounting policies and procedures
  • Clear communicator (written and verbal) and excellent interpersonal skills
  • Highly analytical and a resourceful self-starter with excellent research capabilities, problem-solving and critical thinking skills
  • Strong sense of ownership, ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines
  • Work cohesively in a team environment
  • Highly organized, strong attention to details and great documentation skills
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (e.g. Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word) and other systems in general is required; Data analytics skills is a plus


Preferred Experience:
  • A CPA/Chartered Accountant/MBA qualification
  • Experience in biotech or pharmaceuticals industry
  • Experience in multinational organization
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As an equal opportunity employer, Gilead Sciences Inc. is committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact careers@gilead.com for assistance.

For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the 'EEO is the Law' poster.

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Company

Gilead Sciences is a biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and commercializes innovative therapeutics in areas of unmet medical need. The company's mission is to advance the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases worldwide. Headquartered in Foster City, California, Gilead has operations in North America, Europe and Australia.
 

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333 Lakeside Drive
Foster City
California
94404
United States

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