Title:  Temp Accountant

Working at West means having an opportunity to work by the side of our patients and customers, our global team members and the communities in which we operate – which all help contribute to a Healthier World.

At West, we are by the side of patients. The work we do impacts patients’ lives each and every day – our products are a critical part of healthcare delivery and we are proud of the role we play to improve patient health. We work by the side of our team members. We come together as one global team to deliver for our customers and help them address their challenges. We are a diverse, close-knit community of professionals, where everyone has a voice and opportunity to learn and grow through mutual trust and respect. With a 95 year plus history, we have a track record for success, which includes reported sales of $2.14B in 2020. We serve by the side of our community. Giving back is in our DNA—our team members across more than 50 sites globally are involved with hundreds of charities that have special meaning to them through our West Without Borders team member-led giving program.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will be part of the finance team. You will prepare monthly financial statement and ensure accuracy and integrity of all financial reporting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Accounting:

1. Recording month end ledger entries
2. Recording AP invoices
3. Intake of inter-company invoices and balancing inter-company cards
4. Recording fixed asset invoices
5. Bank account reconciliation
6. Payment’s preparation
7. Ensure the integrity of all financial reporting
8. Ensure compliance with Tax laws and other regulations affecting the business
9. Analyze detailed accounts as required
10. Support SAP implementation
11. Support the finance department on daily tasks

Basic Qualifications: 

• Education: Accounting Type 3
• 5 year of business experience in an international company
• Experience with Priority- Must
• Advanced knowledge of Excel- Must
• Experience with SAP
   

Preferred Knowledge, languages, Skills and Abilities:

1. Good understanding of US GAAP, local GAAP and local Tax law
2. Ability to work under pressure
3. Strong analytical skills
4. Maintain a high level of integrity
5. Team player, building and maintaining strong relationships with colleagues in Finance and other functions in various countries and on multiple hierarchical levels
6. Independent and persistent
7. Proactive, self-starter
8. Hands on
9. Languages:

10. Relevant work history and/or experience may be considered in lieu of degree

Travel Requirements:

• Not relevant

Competencies/Authorities

• Recording month end entries.
• Preparations for the transmission of supplier payments through the central clearing system

Delegation/s (Title): Finance Manager

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.  If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com.  Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening and/or a pre-employment drug screening.