Date Posted [Oct-27-09] (ID: 97856)

Senior Financial Analyst needed for Biotech Company

 

Located in the Northern Chicago Suburbs

 

Salary range is up to $75K (DOE)

 

Relocation: NO (LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY)

 

Our client has a phenomenal track record in the Chicago market and is one of the most sought after employers on ChicagoBusiness.com. They have a widely recognized “leadership development program” and provide very aggressive promotions.

 

This position works in a close-knit, cross-trained team, and is involved in a wide variety of activities and transactions. The position interfaces with a broad spectrum of Finance and non-Finance personnel globally – both in the businesses and across Corporate functions such as Investor Relations, Treasury, Tax, Stockholder Services and Legal. The position provides excellent top-level exposure to the financial performance of the

company and each of its businesses. The position also provides excellent exposure and development in U.S. GAAP and SEC rules.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

 

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage the financial reporting and accounting for stock-based compensation in accordance with FAS 123-R, including the following:

 

* Perform financial analyses and prepare Investor Relations and senior management for quarterly and year-end earnings release conference calls with stock analysts.

 

* Work with team to prepare the Annual Report and other SEC filings.

 

* Account for foreign currency and interest rate hedging activities, which are centralized at Corporate.

 

* Support the financial reporting of and accounting for stock-based compensation in accordance with FAS 123-R.

 

* Collaborate with and support Treasury on various projects, including the analysis of new instruments and transactions.

 

* Assist in the implementation of new accounting and disclosure standards.

 

* Work with team to coordinate, prepare and present training on various accounting and disclosure topics to Finance employees globally.

 

* Maintain and update the Financial Policies and Procedures Manual, and field questions from Finance employees globally.

 

* Participate in the effort to maintain SOX compliance.

 

* Review the work of and provide guidance to the financial analyst on the team.

 

* Identify and implement process improvements.

 

* Perform various ad hoc projects.

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

 

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting. CPA required.

 

* Minimum of three years of relevant work experience. Public accounting experience strongly preferred.

 

* Strong technical and analytical skills.

 

* Focus on quality, precision and control.

 

* Demonstrated ability to achieve results in an efficient and timely manner.

 

* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, organizing, prioritizing and communicating effectively.

 

* Strong teamwork skills.

 

* Excellent interpersonal and both written and verbal communication skills.

 

* Strong Excel skills; experience with Hyperion a plus.

 

BOTTOM LINE REQUIREMENTS:

 

* 3+ years in BIG 6 in Financial Audit capacity OR previous experience in an analytic capacity at another F500 company.

 

* CPA plus BS in Accounting from solid institution required

 

* Strong polish and great communication skills

 

* History of professional achievements: rapid promotions, exceeded expectations on projects, etc.

 

If you meet these requirements please send resume to Cordrayassociates@gmail.com