Passion for Innovation. Compassion for Patients.
Daiichi Sankyo is a leading pharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the quality of life around the world.
European Focus Areas
* Cardiovascular Disease: We strive to protect people from cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in Europe, and help patients enjoy every precious moment of life.
* Oncology: We aim to become a global pharma innovator with competitive advantage, creating novel therapies for people with cancer.
About Us
With over 120 years of experience and more than 17,000 employees in over 20 countries, we are committed to discovering, developing, and delivering new standards of care.
Accounting Specialist Role
Responsibilities
1. Record and post credit and debit business transactions, including incoming invoices taking into account local VAT regulations.
2. Support monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger and closing activities, preparing financial statements according to IFRS, local commercial, and tax law.
3. Post and monitor payments, preparing payment runs.
4. Manage open items, clarifying differences and permanently reconciling the general ledger and sub-ledgers.
5. Support preparation of reporting packages and analytical reports.
6. Collaborate cross-functionally with EU business functions, local Finance Directors, and local Finance and business staff.
7. Participate in projects to optimize Accounting activities and develop European Finance Shared Services.
Requirements
* Completed studies in Business Administration or a successfully completed finance-related professional education.
* At least 3 years of experience in general ledger and sub-ledger Accounting.
* Experience in financial audit and/or advisory roles in Finance, Accounting, or tax is an advantage.
* Experience in project work and/or the environment of global business services, shared services, or transformation contexts is an advantage.
* Good knowledge of IFRS, HGB, and international VAT law is desirable.
* Good to very good knowledge of SAP R/3, SAP ECC, or S/4 HANA and MS-Office.
* Very good written and spoken Business English and German language skills are essential.
* High customer orientation and ability to work in teams.
* Affinity to work in an international, cross-functional, and dynamic environment.
* Reliable and proactive way of working.
Why Work with Us?
Working at Daiichi Sankyo is more than just a job – it's your chance to make a difference and change patients' lives for the better. We foster a culture of mutual respect and continuous learning, with a strong commitment to inclusion and diversity.