Accounting Specialist

AbbVie’s mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people’s lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and TikTok. Job Description FSS America’s - Statutory Lead – Brazil Commercial (Grade 15) Job Description Summary This job is part of Finance Shared Services (FSS) organization, which was established as one of the key elements of new operating model for AbbVie to provide accurate financial accounting and reporting for all international affiliates. The FSS Accounting Lead plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with finance and accounting policies, coordination of month end close processes and ensuring integrity and accuracy of entity financials. This position works closely with a number of stakeholders across the organization to support financial decision‑making process by collecting, analyzing and reporting financial data. Key Responsibilities Interpretation and roll out of local accounting policy/standards. Preparation of Standard Operating Procedures & Flow charts for Affiliate Local GAAP. Review month‑end close and ensure compliance with local accounting standards and policy. Perform the local GAAP accounting close for the country assigned: Reconciliation between local GAAP and US GAAP: validating that all documents have been posted to local ledgers. Controlling of Revaluation of financials and non‑financial assets (Fixed Assets, PP&E, GW/Intangibles, Inventory, FX, etc.). Other Local GAAP Journal entries (i.e. Revenue recognition, Pension, Equity, Employee share‑based compensation (U.S. GAAP) vs. All share‑based payments (IFRS)). Local GAAP Account reconciliations including tax account reconciliations. Generate and distribute monthly reports. Statutory Reporting support (country assigned): Coordination of calendar with external auditors, tax department and service providers. External Audit support, liaison with external auditors, actuaries, etc. Manage the Statutory calendar. Support the process of local tax provision calculation and income tax return. VAT and Withholding Filings: Support the review process of the accounting for local tax returns. Prepare financial statements for local GAAP and coordinate the audit review, discussions, and adjustments until obtain audit opinion. Coordinate and prepare the local Bookkeeping (ECD – Escrituração Contábil Digital). Provide accounting information to Tax Team prepare ECF (Escrituração Contábil Fiscal). Review key account reconciliations and drive improvement action plan for Income Tax, Deferred Tax, V.A.T. and hedge accounts. Review monthly balance sheet variances vs benchmark and provide commentary for Income Tax, Deferred Tax, V.A.T. and hedge accounts. Manage and coordinate the statutory financial close process. Implement the corporate reporting requirements in the region. Review financial and accounting analysis involving for Income Tax, Deferred Tax, V.A.T. and hedge. Research and resolve discrepancies and technical accounting issues, as necessary. Work closely with personnel in all departments to ensure compliance with company accounting and operational Local GAAP guidelines. Propose and implement initiatives aimed to improve efficiency and quality of the process. Miscellaneous reporting filings (e.g., statistical reporting): Constantly look for improvement opportunities in the area of direct responsibility, but not limited to and drive implementation (compliance, quality, an…) Qualifications – Systems SAP & Accounting Systems Reconciliation Tool (Blackline preferred) MS Office Qualifications – Business Knowledge Chart of Accounts SOX Policies Intercompany Transaction Policy Fixed Asset Accounting Policy Inventory Management Policy Project Accounting Policy Cost/Inventory Accounting Policy Treasury Policy and Banking Systems Business Process, Corporate Policy (compliance & completeness) Financial Data Flows Qualifications – Technical Knowledge Advanced Accounting (US GAAP and IFRS or any local GAAP) Financial Statement Analysis Cost/Inventory Accounting Project Accounting Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent 5 plus years of relevant experience in accounting, planning and financial analysis. Experience with SAP a plus Strong analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills. Strong written and verbal skills enabling effective communication with all levels of management. Individual must be self‑motivated with great follow‑up skills and be able to work independently. Excellent stakeholder management skills are required. Ability to integrate perspectives with strong sense of ownership and focus on results. Project management and change management experience. Strong organizational skills required to coordinate and manage multiple cross‑divisional work process and projects. Fluency in English and Spanish is required Preferred Experience in pharmaceutical industry would be an asset. Key Leadership Competencies Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of team to enable higher performance. Learns, fast, grasps the “essence” and can change the course quickly where indicated. Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo. Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement. Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation and manages innovation to reality. Additional Information AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: #J-18808-Ljbffr