Manager, Pharmacy Accounting

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!

Job Details

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide continuous performance management, coaching and on-going support and development of the team and provide training to new and existing staff as required
• Management and oversight of month end/year end closing procedures and day-to-day accounting activities of the Pharmacy Accounting teamPerform various GL accounts reconciliations and/or review reconciliations prepared by other team members, ensuring that they are adequately supported and analyzedEnsure all of the manual journal entries are completed with the necessary back-up documentation, reviewed for accuracy and compliance with US GAAP and SOXEnsure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end closeEnsure the timely reporting of all monthly, quarterly and annual financial informationSupport in analysis and investigation of inventory variancesSupport documentation and testing of internal controls under SOX within this area
• Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure
• Supports the general accounting team to ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met, and the financial results are complete and accurate
• Partnering with business stakeholders on safeguards and financial accuracy of inventory across all storage locations
• Advises associates and other business partners regarding the handling of non-routine reporting transactions
• Collaborates with the other finance department members to support overall department goals and objectives
• Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy
• Continuous process improvement with regards to processes and related financial systems (ERP), providing support and engagement with any enhancements, upgrades or system conversions
• Responds to inquiries from the VP of Finance, Controller, and other finance and business unit managers regarding financial results, special reporting requests and inquiries tied to this area
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Experience and Educational Requirements:

• BA/BS in Business with an emphasis in Accounting, CPA required
• Minimum seven (7) years directly related and progressively responsible experience, including 2 years of inventory management experience
• Prior supervisory experience in the financial reporting/general ledger area is required
• Experience working in the Pharmaceutical or Healthcare industry is preferred

Minimum Skills, Knowledge and Ability Requirements:

• Working knowledge of accounting, and big ERP software packages, Sage experience an asset
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong supervisory, interpersonal and customer service skills required
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills; attention to detail
• Ability to implement processes resulting in satisfactory audit practices
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines required

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more.

Full time