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General Accounting Specialist

Job Overview:Providehigh-level technical and general accounting servicesin accordance withIQVIA Finance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs),US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP),Sarbanes-Oxley rules, andfinancial reporting requirementsof the business unit (e.g., local GAAP).

Essential Functions:

• Recommend, develop, implement, and maintain standardsfor functional roles.
• Analyze, prepare, and process journal entries; analyze, maintain, and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Provide records of assets, liabilities, and other financial transactions.
• Prepare profit and loss, income, and balance sheet statements. Maintain inter-company accounting records and reconciliations.
• Prepare ad hoc reportsfor internal and inter-departmental use.
• Ensure appropriate approvalsare obtained for accounting purposes.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and analysisfor the annual external audit.
• Ensure accuracy and compliancewith all accounting regulations and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
• Perform special projectsas needed.
• Work on month/quarter-end financial close and statutory close.
• Suggest improvementsto existing processes and systems.
• Assist with preparing monthly bank account reconciliations.
• Assist with maintaining receipts and disbursement reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, or
• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 1 year of experience required, or
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required.
• Knowledge of Peoplesoft/SAP Finance modules.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Technical accounting skills.
• Data analysis and manipulation skills.
• Ability to exercise judgmentwithin procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple work requirementsto meet deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationshipswith co-workers, managers, and clients.

About IQVIA:IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. The company creates intelligent connections across all aspects of healthcare through its analytics, transformative technology, big data resources, and extensive domain expertise. IQVIA is committed to driving innovation and improving patient outcomes by accelerating drug development, ensuring product quality and safety, and enhancing commercial effectiveness.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com