Accountant - German speaking

Job Overview

Provide technical and general accounting services in accordance with IQVIA Finance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP), Sarbanes-Oxley rules and financial reporting requirements of the business unit (e.g. local GAAP).

Essential Functions

• Develop, implement and maintain instructions and procedures for functional roles.
• Prepare and process journal entries; maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Provide records of assets, liabilities and other financial transactions.
• Prepare profit and loss, income and balance sheet statements. Maintain inter-company accounting records and reconciliations.
• Prepare ad hoc reports for internal and inter-departmental use.
• Provide records and reports for managers.
• Assist in preparation of reports and analysis for use in the annual external audit.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with all accounting regulations and Sarbanes Oxley requirements.
• Perform special projects as needed.
• Make suggestions for improvements to existing processes and systems.
• Assist with preparing monthly bank account reconciliations.
• Assist with maintaining receipts and disbursement reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Req Or
• Bachelor's Degree Req
• 5 years' experience Req Or
• Fluent in English and German
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience Req
• Knowledge of Peoplesoft Finance modules.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Technical accounting skills.
• Data analysis and manipulation skills.
• Ability to exercise judgment within procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple work requirements to meet deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers and clients.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com