We are recruiting a Senior Finance Analyst to join our team responsible for leading the Local GAAP Operations workstream as part of LE/MRC Operations under the SigniFi Finance Transformation program. The role is to be based in the UK (Pinewood / Maidenhead Campus). In this global-facing role, you will play a key role in implementing the strategy to transform Johnson & Johnson's local Statutory Financial Reporting processes under SigniFi.,

Support the business set-up and reconciliation of the parallel local GAAP ledger (L1) in Central Finance. Critical tasks include reconciling the data between the ERPs, Central Finance and the local financial statements, developing reporting solutions to simplify and standardize complex tasks, and partnering with PWC and our co-sourcing partners Deloitte.
Share key insights and recommendations to help shape interim and end-state designs.
Partner with local Finance teams to understand and learn from current processes and support them as interim and end state design solutions are implemented.
Support in preparing presentations, project plan updates etc. and other ad-hoc tasks as required.
Help support the team in the timely execution of project plans.
Provide timely and insightful updates on project progress, including potential issues and risk areas.
Support future training and communications sessions across the broader finance organization
Support wider team members on ad-hoc tasks, as required

Potential candidates will have a good understanding of the J&J Operating Model and ideally have had exposure to statutory reporting and accounting in a previous or current role. Project experience is not crucial., A minimum of a Bachelor's level degree is required.
Qualified accountant
3 to 5 years finance, accounting or business experience
Proficient English
Knowledge of general finance, tax and accounting processes
An understanding of GAAP differences and adjustments between US GAAP and Local GAAP
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, meet deadlines and be able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
Ability to handle ambiguity and fluid situations
Exposure to statutory reporting and accounting in a previous or current role
Strong understanding of standard methodologies in Accounting and Financial Systems, including SAP
Experience of working in a complex, multi-ERP / system environment
Demonstrates an understanding of AI concepts and frameworks, including awareness of responsible and ethical AI practices, and has experience generating effective prompts to boost efficiency and productivity

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