Job Description

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

Duties & Responsibilities

Governance & Stakeholder Engagement

• Directly engage in the preparation of reporting materials to executive management. Confirm the accuracy and completeness of information in the Wdesk tool to ensure that the data in the Audit Committee Presentations are accurate.  This information is visible to key management including the SVP, Corporate Controller.
• Facilitate the critical quarterly representation letter process. Engage with the regional BCFs on a quarterly basis to confirm any changes to latest representation letter signer list.  Ensure that all of the representations are created and sent to the key finance directors and general managers on a quarterly basis.  Also, align with the Consolidations and Financial Report (CFR) group on any exceptions.
• Interact with the BCF Network to provide guidance and key support for the Wdesk tool.
• Helps coordinate and deliver training and presentations to the BCF network, including the quarterly Collaboration Forum, helping ensure the entire department remains abreast of key developments and BCF initiatives.

Sarbanes-Oxley & Quarterly Section 302 Sub-certification Activities

• Accurately prepare the quarterly Summary of Deficiencies (SAD) which is provided to the BCF, Finance Business Partners, GIA and External Audit.
• Identifies and follows-up with other BCF members on any aging deficiencies (including those that are also internal audit observations) to facilitate timely closing within Audit Committee reporting deadlines.

Internal Audit Facilitation

• Initiate GIA observations and action items in the Wdesk Tool.  Work with the Regional BCF to ensure that key fields are updated properly and any corresponding audit findings that are also SOX deficiencies get recorded.
• Provide key reports to GIA and external audit that provide insight into the quarterly observation/action item activity.

Other Areas

• Review the Audit Committee Presentations to ensure that the content is accurate.
• Manage the administration of the Wdesk tool and SharePoint sites to provision access to the BCF, Business Partners, SOX Testers, SOX Reviewers and Representation Letter Signers.
• Schedule key BCF meetings for the year.
• Maintain key mail groups for ongoing communication.
• Participate in special projects to enhance knowledge of the BCF.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required
• Certified Public Accountant or equivalent required. 
• 4 years minimum total professional experience in accounting, audit. Big 4 public accounting / consulting or similar experience a plus.
• Understanding of US GAAP and internal controls preferred.
• Experience in financial analysis and data analytics desirable.
• Previous Finance department experience a plus (e.g., financial analysis, close responsibilities, financial system implementations, etc.).

Functional/Technical

• Ability to deal with time-sensitive deadlines and preparation of information with an incredible attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities, while working independently with speed and accountability.
• Business partner attitude and ability to collaborate with different functions.
• Ability to work with a range of technically and culturally diverse people.
• Ability to effectively communicate to a diverse audience at multiple levels within the BCF.
• Ability to establish formal relationships across functions and multiple levels of management to drive performance and improve processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication to facilitate relationship building with peers and to aid in analyses presented to senior management. 

Developmental Value

• Opportunity to gain an understanding of Internal Controls, SOX Deficiencies and GIA observations, which are reported to the Audit Committee.
• Opportunity to learn about the Management Representation Letter Process and work closely with the CFR Team to discuss exceptions.
• Visibility into all of the key risks that the BCF is helping the Company manage, as a contributor to the overall BMS enterprise risk management program.
• Opportunity to be part of a professional and high performing team that is continually evolving,
• Develop the ability to impact and influence within the Company to deliver superior business results and protect shareholders.
• Opportunity as a member of the BCF to contribute to the long-term strategy and growth of the department.
• Opportunity to get involved with different BCF risk management projects and initiatives to broaden and diversify experience.

Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

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. 

Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is an essential job function of this role which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and enhances the Company culture.

To protect the safety of our workforce, customers, patients and communities, the policy of the Company requires all employees and workers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have received an exception based on an approved request for a medical or religious reasonable accommodation.  Therefore, all BMS applicants seeking a role located in the U.S. and Puerto Rico must confirm that they have already received or are willing to receive the full COVID-19 vaccination by their start date as a qualification of the role and condition of employment.  This requirement is subject to state and local law restrictions and may not be applicable to employees working in certain jurisdictions such as Montana. This requirement is also subject to discussions with collective bargaining representatives in the U.S.

Our company is committed to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request an approval of accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application or if you are applying to a role based in the U.S. or Puerto Rico and you believe that you are unable to receive a COVID-19 vaccine due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief, during or any part of the recruitment process, please direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

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