Core model Implementation
· Implement and ensure alignment with core model
· Propose and support any project which aim to align to core model but also transform and automate our processes
· Embrace RPA midset
Operations
· Ensure quality reporting of legal statutory accounts and consolidation packages within the local regulatory and Sanofi Group calendar timeframes
· Monitor compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (IFRS) and company procedures SAGA and GDOPS to ensure integrity of financial information
· Active participation in various closing governance meetings
· Maintains accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.
· Highlight potential delays if any
· Support 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 reviews
· Collaborate 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 Play To Win (PTW) behaviors.
Compliance
· Maintains 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 GAAP
· Ensure 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 Finance
· Ensure adequate follow up on issues identified during external and internal audit
· Ensure proper internal control framework and prepare SOA documentation
· Ensure SOP documentations are updated on timely basis to reflect latest process/tool/policy changes
Continuous Improvements
· Partner with A2R Closing & Reporting Lead in monitoring performance on a continuous basis against agreed SLAs and define corrective actions, where necessary
· Identify and articulate improvement areas across processes and technology - including ERP and other tools and solutions
· Support customer satisfaction initiatives, including regular assessment of service satisfaction across Country Finance and other stakeholders
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