This key role in the Finance organization will work closely with Amgen's corporate development groups to provide accounting support related to licensing and other M&A transactions. The position will report to the Director, Technical Accounting and will also assist in providing thought leadership and current best practices surrounding technical accounting issues globally. Specifically, this role will: - Provide advice on the accounting treatment and structure related to all licensing and other M&A transactions - Ensure key stakeholders (including, but not limited to, the Chief Accounting Officer, leadership within Corporate External Reporting and Accounting Operations, and Amgen's independent auditors) are aware of contemplated deals and the potential impact to Amgen. - Collaborate with different business functions and teams to perform accounting due diligence on potential transactions - Ensure optimization for all contract provisions related to ongoing accounting obligations such as reporting, royalties, audits, etc. - Compile opening balance sheet purchase accounting entries including the sourcing and management of any related purchase accounting valuation activities - Document conclusions on executed transactions in technical accounting memos.
Basic Qualifications - Doctorate degree & 2 years of directly related experience OR - Master's degree & 6 years of directly related experience OR - Bachelor's degree or & 8 years of directly related experience OR - Associate's degree & 10 years of directly related experience OR - High school diploma / GED & 12 years of directly related experience
Preferred Qualifications The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge and experience in the application of U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) especially as it relates to accounting for acquisitions, partnerships and licensing transactions. He/She will have outstanding communication capabilities and must be comfortable and confident dealing with all levels of management within the organization.
- 7 plus years of progressive accounting / finance experience including corporate level public company experience - CPA and 4 or more years of Big 4 audit firm experience required - Strong written, verbal communication, and presentation skills are required - Detail oriented; strong business analytical skills - Positive attitude and a strong work ethic - Ability to work in cross-functional team environment - A person of the highest personal integrity - Pharmaceutical/Biotech experience a plus - Knowledge and understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) a plus. - Knowledge of business valuation methods and M&A experience a plus
Personal Competencies
- Integrity - Holds to well-articulated core values and expected behavior, and holds others to the same standard
- Technical Knowledge - Deep knowledge of general accounting standards and the standards impacting areas critical to the Biopharmaceutical industry (manufacturing, research and development, revenue recognition, M&A, licensing, etc.).
- Driving Results - Sets compelling goals and aggressive schedules for improvement while remaining flexible in a rapidly changing environment. Able to influence other functional areas in order to achieve results.
- Communication - Is highly articulate; makes arguments, both written and oral, in a compelling and concise manner.
