Senior Director – Accounting Position Available In Knox, Tennessee

Job Description:

About the Department The Finance & Operations department bringsinsights and intelligence to inform decision making & drivesdigitalization and business solutions to attain NNI goals. Finance& Operations works closely across the organization to guideenterprise-wide resource allocations, investment choices, drivecore operations and develop insights to drive growth andoperational excellence across the value chain while innovating forfuture capabilities. Our focus on innovation ensures we’reconstantly building future capabilities. We’re responsible forregulating accounting, upholding workplace safety, managing oursupply chain and sampling, supporting technological and datainnovation, maintaining our facilities and assuring the integrityand completeness of all business transactions. At Novo Nordisk, youwill have the opportunity to build a life-changing career in aglobal business environment. We encourage our employees to make themost of their talent, and we reward hard work and dedication withopportunities for continuous learning and personal development. Areyou ready to maximize your potential with us? The PositionResponsible for oversight of financial reporting, generalaccounting, related internal controls, and establishment offinancial policies for Novo Nordisk Inc (NNI) in accordance withInternational Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), US GenerallyAccepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Novo Nordisk AS (NNAS)accounting guidelines. Provides stewardship over the Company’sassets and offers support on accounting and finance matters to theVP, Finance & Supply Chain and SVP Finance and Operations andacross the organization. Relationships Reports to the VP of Finance& Supply Chain. Reporting into this position are the Senior Manager

• Financial Transactions; Director
• Accounting & Fin Controls, andDirector
• US R D Accounting.

Engages in close collaborationwith all areas within NNI Finance including, Financial TransactionServices and Financial Planning & Analysis. Also interacts andconsults with Corporate Finance, Corporate Accounting, externalauditors (Deloitte), Finance Managers of North American Affiliateson accounting and reporting matters. On a daily basis interacts,consults with and advises various NNI stakeholders on financial,contractual, employee benefits and internal control related matterswith heavy interface with senior management. Close interaction withthe CVP of Corporate Accounting Services in Novo Nordisk’s DenmarkHQ. Essential Functions Oversees the financial closing process andthe consistent delivery of timely and accurate reporting of resultsinternally within Novo Nordisk, to external agencies as requiredEnsures that all relevant transactional processes can consistentlyproduce accurate information in support of financial reporting inaccordance with

IFRS, US

GAAP and Novo Nordisk corporate policyResponsible for establishing a strong and sustainable environmentof internal control compliant with Sarbanes Oxley Sec 404requirements Manage/reduce the Company’s exposure to fraud risk androutinely evaluate business processes and external supplieroversight to ensure the Company’s interest and value proposition isappropriately supported Responsible for the development ofaccounting policy and procedures. Provides input to CorporateFinance and Accounting on material unique technical financialreporting issues relevant to the US operation Ensures a strongemphasis on appropriate revenue recognition and other complexaccounting treatment areas Prepares and presents financialstatements and other materials as requested for Board of Directorsmeetings for NNI and US Holding Companies Provides input andinfluence concerning Novo Nordisk global systems as well as NNIsystem initiatives that impact financial control and reporting ofresults Responsible for coordination and completion of the annualaudit with independent public accounting firm (PWC). Fosters arelationship with PWC based on strong technical acumen, integrityand professionalism Reviews and comments on all key contracts ofthe organization. Collaborates with Legal and Line of Business ondeals of financial significance providing feedback concerningfinancial, operational and internal accounting control consequencesMaintain strong awareness of the application of tax rules andensure close collaboration with NNI Tax dept. on relevant itemsSupports North American Affiliates in the application of technicalaccounting and internal controls issues, and supports thecoordination of Service Level Agreements with NNI internalstakeholders and related entities Ensures that data in financesystems is structured to deliver relevant level of transparency inan effective and efficient way Sponsor, contribute to and driveprojects that enhance Finance Department and overall Companyperformance Member of Retirement Committee providing input andoversight to Plan administration. Oversees financial reporting foremployee benefit plans and serves as an advisor to Human Resourceson other employee benefit matters concerning technical financial,administrative and compliance perspectives Member of FinancialCompliance Committee providing input and oversight of financialcompliance activities and further development hereof PhysicalRequirements This is a hybrid role in Plainsboro, NJ. The role mayrequire up to 20% travel, including occasional internationaltravel. Development Of People Supervisory. Ensure that reportingpersonnel have individual development plans (IDP), with annualgoals and measurements that are consistent with the priorities ofthe business, and that interim reviews are held so that their workis focused on those priorities, and they understand their level ofaccountability for results and the measurement process. Ensure thatthe IDP forms include completed learning and aspiration plans andare in place for all reporting personnel to enable the achievementof goals and capability to assume increased levels ofresponsibility. Manage the application and communication of allNovo Nordisk policies, procedures, and Novo Nordisk Way.

Qualifications Bachelors Degree and CPA required At least tenyears’ experience in financial management and reporting withsignificant experience/exposure to public accounting and auditingSkilled in analytical methods and techniques Strong knowledge oftechnical accounting rules with ability to interpret and articulatesame to Senior Management and staff Experienced working within alarge-scale ERP environment and with the implementation of newsystems and processes At least three years’ pharmaceutical industryexperience required At least five years supervisory experiencerequired The base compensation range for this position is $181,670to $317,920. Base compensation is determined based on a number offactors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus basedon individual and company performance. Novo Nordisk offerslong-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles dependingon the position’s level or other company factors. Employees arealso eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programsincluding medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance;disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spendingaccounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursementprogram; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, criticalillness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/homeinsurance. The Company also offers time off pursuant to its sicktime policy, flex-able vacation policy, and parental leave policy.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality ofopportunity for all our job applicants. At Novo Nordisk werecognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the bestcompany in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company forthe world and we know that this is only possible with talentedemployees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. Weare therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture thatcelebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serveand communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing. NovoNordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race,ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexualorientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran statusor any other characteristic protected by local, state or federallaws, rules or regulations. If you are interested in applying toNovo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation toapply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is foraccommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about thestatus of applications.