What you will do

Record-to-report ownership: Lead the IFRS month-end and quarter-end close for defined APIO areas, including Intangible assets, Opex, Capex, and embedded leases; ensure timely, accurate, and compliant outcomes.

Technical accounting leadership: Provide guidance on capital projects in line with AZ Group policy; assess accounting treatments for changes in facts and circumstances while meeting global deadlines.

Cross-team collaboration: Partner with Finance colleagues locally and globally; liaise with GFS Ireland to drive a complete and accurate execution of close tasks.

Financial reporting & commentary: Prepare APIO month-end and quarter-end reporting inputs, including financial analysis and variance commentary; own the preparation of APIO reporting packs for quarterly meetings.

Balance sheet integrity: Review highrisk balance sheet reconciliations; drive timely resolution of reconciling items and strengthen account ownership across APIO.

Impairment & costing: Support impairment assessments for intangible and tangible assets, as required; review standard cost analyses, investigate anomalies, and ensure alignment with expectations.

Statutory reporting: Manage the local statutory audit and FRS 102 financial statement preparation; act as the key liaison with external auditors and service providers; prepare board materials for approval.

US GAAP alignment: Assess accounting differences under US GAAP for subconsolidation purposes; ensure appropriate documentation and communication.

Tax support: Engage with Tax on compliance activities, including R&D tax credit submissions and related accounting.

Controls & compliance: Operate within the SOX control framework; perform assigned controls; support Internal and External audit walkthroughs; maintain and update control narratives as required.

Management reporting: Prepare ad hoc APIO management accounts and reporting packs when required.

Process improvement: Leverage automation tools and AI to drive process efficiencies, strengthen data quality, and reduce manual effort.

Transformation & integration: Support AZ integration initiatives and S/4HANA deployment activities as needed.

Stakeholder engagement: Build strong relationships across the Alexion/AZ network and with thirdparty stakeholders; support Group, Internal, and Statutory audit efforts.

What you will need

Professional accounting qualification: ACA, ACCA, CIMA (or equivalent).

Experience: Minimum 5+ years postqualification or industry experience in accounting/controllership.

Technical skills: High proficiency in Microsoft Excel; strong numeracy and analytical capability with meticulous attention to detail.

Communication & collaboration: Proven interpersonal skills; strong written and verbal communication.

What we would prefer

Organizational excellence: Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high performance standards.

Learning mindset: Natural curiosity and ability to learn quickly.

Standards & frameworks: Strong understanding of IFRS and/or US GAAP.

Industry background: Experience in a multinational pharmaceutical or life sciences environment.

Date Posted

11-Nov-2025

Closing Date

10-Dec-2025

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.

Accounting Manager (15 months fixed term)

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