Controller Recovery & Resolution in international private bank located in Zürich. Focused on financial stability planning and regulatory collaboration.
About the role
- Director of Regional Biopharma and GBS Divisional Controller at Pfizer, ensuring compliance with financial standards and leading regional accounting initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Develop strong relationships with Biopharma Finance, GBS, Controllers (Divisional, Core Operations, Technical Accounting, Global Accounting), Corporate Audit, and KPMG.
- Oversee accurate and compliant financial reporting for regional Biopharma and GBS operations.
- Ensure adherence to Corporate and Pfizer Accounting Policies, US and local GAAP, and statutory requirements.
- Maintain robust internal controls and support SOX compliance.
- Advise on complex transactions, new standards, and technical accounting issues.
- Identify and implement opportunities to streamline reporting, automate processes, and standardize practices across the region.
- Provide direction and support to divisional finance teams. Foster collaboration across Controllers, Biopharma Finance, GBS, and other stakeholders.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; CPA required; MBA preferred.
- 10+ years in accounting, including Big 4 experience; deep knowledge of US GAAP and experience in complex, global organizations.
- Experience working across multiple levels, functions, and regions; proven ability to influence outcomes in a matrixed environment.
- Strong analytical, communication, and leadership abilities; proven record in controls management, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration; ERP system proficiency.
- Demonstrated proficiency in US GAAP, local GAAP, Statutory Reporting, FASB, and IFRS; advanced Excel skills; experience with Hyperion, SAP, Oracle, or similar systems is beneficial.
- Project management, innovative thinking, influential presence. Shared service experience and understanding of Pfizer’s processes is preferred.
Benefits
- Travel: May be required to support regional and global initiatives.
- Work location assignment: Hybrid (some office presence is required)
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