About the jobThe Account to Report (A2R) Closing & Reporting team is accountable for the processing of transactions related to accounting, and closing & reporting of financial books. This role will support the A2R Closing and Reporting Lead in ensuring the enforcement of accounting standards and reliability of the data collected from management, controllers, tax department and other end-to-end processes. Apart from that, this role will require active participation in driving A2R continuous improvement initiatives.Core model ImplementationImplement and ensure alignment with core modelPropose and support any project which aim to align to core model but also transform and automate our processesEmbrace RPA mindsetOperationsEnsure quality reporting of legal statutory accounts and consolidation packages within the local regulatory and Sanofi Group calendar timeframesMonitor compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (IFRS) and company procedures SAGA and GDOPS to ensure integrity of financial informationActive participation in various closing governance meetingsMaintains accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.Highlight potential delays if anySupport A2R Closing and Reporting Lead /Senior Accountant in CFO closing meetings by providing detailed analysis and/or explanation of material changes.Contribute to Sanofi Account Committee and Customer Board preparation and reviewsCollaborate with A2R Retained, other End to End processes (P2P, OTC and PS), tax & treasury departments and Country Finance, Finance Operation (FO) to manage and address potential closing risks (pre/post close meetings)Active participation in Sanofi global projects with close collaboration with Project team, Country Finance, FO and other End to End processes (P2P, OTC and PS)Implement successfully A2R Core Model for transitions to KL (inclusive of participation where required in CM presentation & IA workshops)Align, promote and deliver as per Global A2R Vision, Mission incorporating all Sanofi’s Take the Lead values.ComplianceMaintains strong internal controls by initiating change management to put in place all internal controls process as per A2R Core Model and ensuring compliance to SOX controls and local GAAPEnsure SOX and Internal Control Framework compliance across activities, and partner with A2R Closing & Reporting Lead and Country Finance to review, identify and address any gaps.Support external and internal audits by working closely with A2R Closing & Reporting Lead and Country FinanceEnsure adequate follow up on issues identified during external and internal auditEnsure proper internal control framework and prepare SOA documentationEnsure SOP documentations are updated on timely basis to reflect latest process/tool/policy changesContinuous ImprovementsPartner with A2R Closing & Reporting Lead in monitoring performance on a continuous basis against agreed SLAs and define corrective actions, where necessaryIdentify and articulate improvement areas across processes and technology – including ERP and other tools and solutionsSupport customer satisfaction initiatives, including regular assessment of service satisfaction across Country Finance and other stakeholdersAbout youEssential Skills and Experience3 + years of relevant working experience in the Finance/Accounting sector/A2R /SSCExposure to multinational or regional corporate business environments, or similarWorking experience with SAP, specifically Fi/CoProficient in the use of applications in the MS-Office suite, including MS-ExcelGood English and Mandarin communication skills, both verbal and writtenAccounting standards: main country of the region and IFRSAttention to detailEssential QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree/Professional Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business or equivalentDesirable Skills and ExperienceWorking experience in a customer-facing and service-oriented corporate positionWorking experience in a Finance shared services environment, either captive (in-house) or in a BPO settingGood interpersonal and communication skillsPossess strong analytical skillPursue progress, discover extraordinaryBetter is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.Watch our and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at !
