Company Description

Every Exelixis employee is united in an ambitious cause: to launch innovative medicines that give patients and their families hope for the future. In this pursuit, we know our employees are our most valuable asset. After operating in the challenging biotech sector for 25 years, we have a proven track record of resiliency in the face of adversity. The success of our lead product has provided a solid commercial foundation allowing us to reinvigorate our research efforts, and grow our team in areas such as Drug Discovery, Clinical Development and Commercial.

As we expand our global partnerships and further reinvest in R&D to help us discover the next breakthrough for difficult-to-treat cancers, we're seeking to add talented, dedicated employees to power our mission.

Cancer is our cause. Make it yours, too.

Position Description:

The Associate Director, Accounting Systems will use their strong accounting and systems knowledge to enhance new and existing accounting processes and be responsible for identifying and managing technology related activities/projects. They will collaborate with the Accounting and Procurement teams to identify their needs and partner with Digital Transformation and IT to implement or improve existing process and/or systems.

Position Requirements:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Define, implement, and support accounting strategies to ensure efficient and effective use of tools, processes, and technologies.
• Lead system related projects/enhancements and provide business analysis for accounting team activities related to technology projects (implementations, upgrades/enhancements, product evaluations, ongoing maintenance, etc.).
• Develop detailed business user requirements, system documentation and workflow procedures.
• Consult with Accounting to develop understanding of their business needs and how they can be supported by the Accounting systems.
• Develop end-to-end process documentation and identify enhancements to existing or new processes.
• Manage accounting related aspects of SAP S/4HANA, reporting and related accounting systems including SAP Analytics Cloud, FloQast, ADP, Workday and eTrade in collaboration with Digital Transformation and IT.
• Partner with Digital Transformation on governance process, strategic planning and accounting systems technology roadmap.
• Partner with various stakeholders to implement and maintain a master-data-management strategy and governance associated with financial reporting systems.
• Provide user technical and business support including ideas and recommendations regarding the use of systems as well as their further development.
• Manage external consultants hired to enhance accounting functionality and ensure they deliver high quality services/tools on a timely basis.
• Develop, provide, or coordinate training, educational tools, and materials.
• Acts as liaison with Accounting, FP&A, Digital Transformation, IT and/or outside vendors as appropriate in support of the processes and systems.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts and initiate enhancements, both process and system related.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide direction to other individuals.
• Supervises staff, including hiring, scheduling, and assigning work, reviewing performance, and
recommends salary increases, promotions, transfers, demotions, or terminations.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Education:
• Bachelor's degree in related discipline and ten years of related experience; or
• Master's degree in related discipline and eight years of related experience; or,
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:
• Experience with ERP systems, SAP S/4HANA preferred.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries preferred.

Knowledge/Skills:
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with experience applying these skills to resolve operational accounting process and system issues.
• Strong project management skills and an ability to effectively manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Ability to understand business challenges and proactively recommend solutions.
• Understanding of US GAAP and SOX 404 compliance.
• Leadership skills with an ability to mentor a team and coach them for success.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills needed to interface and establish rapport with all levels of the organization.
• Comfort and experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Results and goal-oriented mindset with an opportunistic eye towards driving continuous improvements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Environment: primarily working indoors in an office environment

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DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.