O2C Analyst - Global AR Accounting & Compliance – Russian language (12 months fixed term)
Job Description
Use Your Power for Purpose
At Pfizer, your financial expertise and deep knowledge are essential in keeping our products in production and our innovators at the forefront of innovation. Whether you are involved in establishing, coordinating, researching, or managing financial operations, your role is crucial in ensuring our medicines reach the people who need them most, faster and more efficiently than ever before. Your contributions in financial administration, research, and coordination are vital to our mission of delivering life-saving medicines to patients swiftly and effectively. Your skills and dedication help streamline our processes, making a significant impact on the speed and efficiency with which we can provide essential treatments.
Role Summary
The O2C Analyst will be part of the Global AR Accounting & Compliance team in Thessaloniki. The role is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate Accounts Receivable accounting and month-end close activities, as well as supporting the effective execution of Order-to-Cash controls and audit requirements.
The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining a strong control environment and ensuring compliance with Pfizer accounting policies, US GAAP and internal and external audit standards.
Role Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Perform timely and accurate month-end close activities for third-party AR ledgers and related general ledgers, in line with established deadlines.
Maintain AR-related general ledger accounts, including preparation and posting of manual journal entries (e.g. ADA reserves, sales returns reserves, rebates, discounts and sales allowance accruals), ensuring compliance with Pfizer accounting policies and US GAAP.
Prepare, review, and submit balance sheet reconciliations in accordance with Pfizer policies, ensuring timely resolution and escalation of reconciling items.
Perform financial analysis and support key processes such as balance sheet reviews and analytical reviews.
Support the preparation and execution of internal and external audit requirements (US GAAP and statutory), ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
Provide audit documentation to support SAP Process Controls and other compliance-related activities.
Effectively communicate with peers and management regarding deliverables, priorities, and deadlines.
Manage and resolve issues and escalations in a timely manner, ensuring appropriate visibility and oversight.
Contribute to maintaining a strong control environment through adherence to policies, procedures, and training requirements.
Manage workload effectively, ensuring clear communication of status and risks.
Participate in GBS Order-to-Cash initiatives and transformation projects as a subject matter expert when required.
Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration
Up to 2 years of Experience in Accounts Receivable or related finance processes
Fluency in English (written and spoken)
Fluency in Russian or Arabic (written and spoken)
Strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel (advanced), Word, and PowerPoint
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse and global teams
Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and take initiative
Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)
Experience in financial reporting and analysis
Experience with SAP (including SAP BI/BOBJ)
Experience with BlackLine or similar reconciliation tools
Understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Proactive mindset with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement
Experience working in a shared services or global business services environment
Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use
Work Location Assignment: Hybrid
Please apply by sending your CV and a motivational letter in English
Purpose
Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.
Digital Transformation Strategy
One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.
Flexibility
We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.
Disability Inclusion
Our mission is unleashing the power of all our people and we are proud to be a disability inclusive employer, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all candidates. We encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments to support your application and future career. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!
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Finance & Accounting