What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.  We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.

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What you will do

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the completeness and accuracy of bother the US and Local GAAP & Tax reporting working closely with the Country Tax Centers (CTC). This includes but is not limited to recording the statutory ledgers and maintaining accuracy of parallel ledgers (if applicable), focusing on ensuring the correct tax accounting and liaison / coordination with internal and external audit teams
• Responsible for the complete and accurate accounting for all the General process flows for the Balance Sheet and Income Statement. This includes but is not limited to managing OIE, Retained Earnings, Equity clearing, Interest, Royalties, Brand Marketing Expense costs. In addition, making sure allocations and apportionments are accounted for correctly
• Responsible for overseeing Local Travel and Expense Administration and standardization of the process to follow global taxonomy
• Timely closing & execution of financial periods as per closing calendar and in accordance with SLA commitments, fully observing Compliance, Internal Audit & SOX requirements
• Accountable for completeness, accuracy and validity of the actuals reported within process/entity scope
• Deep expertise, fully knowledgeable of the Worldwide Procedures and compliance requirements for respective areas
• Generate ideas, foster, and implement continuous improvement mindset, identifying and pursuing process efficiency opportunities
• Execute global Strategy & Solutions in line with taxonomy
• If assigned the role of Subject Matter Expert (SME) then candidates will be responsible to ensure cross sector, cross region, and cross process alignment, ensuring good documentation is maintained and consistency of a global approach
• Regular focus on Balance Sheet reconciliations to minimize open items
• Influence and Execute process improvements, generating ideas and implement ting them in line with global standards
• Design audit plans in terms of schedules, communication protocols, timely escalation.
• Take the statement of cash flows under IFRS for the legal entities under its responsibility.
• Make the reconciliation between local and corporate figures
• Performs supervision tasks to analysts that include performance evaluation, disciplinary actions, etc.
• Ensures accuracy and adherence of Corporate policies and IFRS.
• Oversight of financial statement preparation and compliance across various LATAM jurisdictions.

Compliance

• Support auditors and legal authorities with the execution of required activities
• Understand, adhere to, and execute worldwide policies and procedures. Identify compliance risks and recommend solutions to remediate / prevent breach
• Ensure strong internal controls are in place, to achieve “adequate” internal and external audit ratings Leadership and People Management · Recruiting, onboarding, and training of new joiners
• On the job training for new team members / BPO partners

What We Are Looking For

Required Qualifications

• You should have at least 6 years of experience having under responsibility the attention of the financial external audit (big four experience preferred)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel, interpersonal skills, understanding of accounting principles and practices, compliance knowledge (SOX and internal controls)
• Knowledge of local regulations in countries other than Colombia.
• Advanced English Level

Desired Qualifications

• CPA, CMA, MBA and/or other financial certifications is preferred.
• At least 5 years of professional experience working in big four (PWC, EY, KPMG, Delloite) or have under their responsibility the attention of the external audit.
• Experience in a Shared Service Centre of a multinational corporation or BPO.
• Experience in a Global Accounting for a large multi-state company.
• Ability to handle ambiguity and fluid situations, demonstrating a pragmatic approach.
• Successfully manage multiple priorities, be very organized and work efficiently to tight deadlines.
• Solid US GAAP accounting knowledge.
• Digital/ intelligent automation capabilities.
• This position will require up to 5% international travel.
• Proficient in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and MS Office in particular Excel.
• Lead/Participate in other Regional/Global/Cross functional duties as assigned.

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