Job Description
Working with UsChallenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible.Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us.At Bristol Myers Squibb, we’re creating innovative medicines for patients who are fighting serious diseases. We’re also nurturing our own team with inspiring work and challenging career options. No matter our role, each of us makes a contribution. And that makes all the difference.We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Manager to lead our Record-to-Report (R2R) team within the Finance Controllership function. This role requires a qualified Chartered Accountant with a minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience and a strong track record in driving process efficiencies, automation, and standardization within financial reporting. The ideal candidate will oversee a team of approximately 10 members, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting while fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.The position will be based in the BMS’s Hyderabad Location (expected 50% in-person) with minimal travel expected.Key Responsibilities and Major Duties:Leadership & Team ManagementLead, mentor, and develop a team of 10 finance professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.Conduct performance reviews, set goals, and ensure continuous learning opportunities for team members.Act as a key point of contact for cross-functional teams, aligning controllership objectives with overall business goals.Record-to-Report (R2R) OperationsOversee the end-to-end R2R process, ensuring accurate and timely closing activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial reporting.Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and company policies.Process Standardization & AutomationIdentify and implement opportunities for automation within R2R processes, leveraging emerging technologies and best practices.Drive process standardization across the controllership function to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.Collaborate with IT and other stakeholders to implement technology solutions that enhance the quality and efficiency of R2R activities.Stakeholder Management & ReportingPrepare and present financial results and insights to senior management and key stakeholders.Act as a trusted advisor to business partners, providing financial insights that support strategic decision-making.Ensure adherence to global financial policies and procedures, making recommendations for improvements where necessary.Risk & ComplianceMaintain strong internal controls and governance processes to mitigate financial risks and ensure audit readiness.Coordinate with internal and external auditors, ensuring compliance with SOX and other relevant regulations.(Disclaimer: The responsibilities listed above are only a summary and other responsibilities will be requirements as assigned)Supervisory Responsibility (List job titles of positions that report directly or indirectly to this position and indicate nature of relationship):Direct reports:6 to 10Key Stakeholders/Contacts – describe this position’s key internal matrix relationships and key external stakeholders/clientsKey internal stakeholders:R2R Ops LeadControllership CoE LeadOther key leads in the controllership organization (e.g., global, regional controllers)Corporate and in-market Finance teamsTeams based in other Finance global center locationsOther internal customersBMS Job ProfileJob Component & Job DetailGrade Level- EG 120Manager’s Title - Controllership R2R Ops LeadList of minimum requirementsDegree/Certification/LicensureChartered Accountant (CA) qualification is required.Experience – Responsibility and minimum number of yearsA minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience in finance controllership, with a strong focus on Record-to-Report (R2R) processes.Demonstrated experience in leading a team and managing end-to-end financial processes.Competencies – knowledge, skills, abilities, otherTechnical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards, R2R processes, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).Innovation Mindset: A passion for leveraging technology and automation to streamline processes and improve efficiency.Analytical Skills: Proven ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to diverse audiences.Leadership: Strong people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.Software that must be used independently and without assistanceFamiliarity with SAP and SAP related applications, CRM software, among other accounting-related programs BMS Behaviors RequiredPASSIONURGENCYINNOVATIONACCOUNTABILITYINTEGRITYINCLUSIONWorking ConditionsTravel Required (nature and frequency) - Minimal Overnight Absences Required (per typical month) - TBDFlexibility in working time - YesIf you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing CareersWith a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.On-site ProtocolBMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
