About the job 

The Account to Report (A2R) Closing & Reporting team is accountable for the processing of transactions related to accounting, and closing & reporting of financial books. This role will support the A2R Closing and Reporting Lead in ensuring the enforcement of accounting standards and reliability of the data collected from management, controllers, tax department and other end-to-end processes. Apart from that, this role will require active participation in driving A2R continuous improvement initiatives. 

Core model Implementation 

Implement and ensure alignment with core model 

Propose and support any project which aim to align to core model but also transform and automate our processes 

Embrace RPA mindset 

Operations 

Ensure quality reporting of legal statutory accounts and consolidation packages within the local regulatory and Sanofi Group calendar timeframes 

Monitor compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (IFRS) and company procedures SAGA and GDOPS to ensure integrity of financial information 

Active participation in various closing governance meetings 

Maintains accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures. 

Highlight potential delays if any 

Support A2R Closing and Reporting Lead /Senior Accountant in CFO closing meetings by providing detailed analysis and/or explanation of material changes.   

Contribute to Sanofi Account Committee and Customer Board preparation and reviews 

Collaborate with A2R Retained, other End to End processes (P2P, OTC and PS), tax & treasury departments and Country Finance, Finance Operation (FO) to manage and address potential closing risks (pre/post close meetings) 

Active participation in Sanofi global projects with close collaboration with Project team, Country Finance, FO and other End to End processes (P2P, OTC and PS) 

Implement successfully A2R Core Model for transitions to KL (inclusive of participation where required in CM presentation & IA workshops) 

Align, promote and deliver as per Global A2R Vision, Mission incorporating all Sanofi’s Take the Lead values.
 

Compliance 

Maintains strong internal controls by initiating change management to put in place all internal controls process as per A2R Core Model and ensuring compliance to SOX controls and local GAAP 

Ensure SOX and Internal Control Framework compliance across activities, and partner with A2R Closing & Reporting Lead and Country Finance to review, identify and address any gaps. 

Support external and internal audits by working closely with A2R Closing & Reporting Lead and Country Finance 

Ensure adequate follow up on issues identified during external and internal audit 

Ensure proper internal control framework and prepare SOA documentation 

Ensure SOP documentations are updated on timely basis to reflect latest process/tool/policy changes 

Continuous Improvements 

Partner with A2R Closing & Reporting Lead in monitoring performance on a continuous basis against agreed SLAs and define corrective actions, where necessary 

Identify and articulate improvement areas across processes and technology – including ERP and other tools and solutions 

Support customer satisfaction initiatives, including regular assessment of service satisfaction across Country Finance and other stakeholders 

About you 

 
Essential Skills and Experience 

3 + years of relevant working experience in the Finance/Accounting sector/A2R /SSC 

Exposure to multinational or regional corporate business environments, or similar 

Working experience with SAP, specifically Fi/Co 

Proficient in the use of applications in the MS-Office suite, including MS-Excel 

Good English and Mandarin communication skills, both verbal and written 

Accounting standards: main country of the region and IFRS 

Attention to detail 

Essential Qualifications 

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree/Professional Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business or equivalent 

Desirable Skills and Experience 

Working experience in a customer-facing and service-oriented corporate position 

Working experience in a Finance shared services environment, either captive (in-house) or in a BPO setting 

Good interpersonal and communication skills 

Possess strong analytical skill 

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