Manager, Pharmacy Accounting

Cencora, Inc.; Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cencora, Inc. is seeking an experienced accounting professional to lead their Pharmacy Accounting team. The ideal candidate will manage financial reporting, oversee accounting activities, and ensure compliance with US GAAP and SOX. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, along with a commitment to continuous improvement. Join a company dedicated to creating healthier futures and enjoy competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Programs

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of related experience, including 2 years in inventory management.
• Supervisory experience in financial reporting and general ledger management required.

Responsibilities

• Provide performance management, coaching, and development for the team.
• Manage month-end/year-end closing procedures and day-to-day accounting activities.
• Ensure timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

BA / BS in Business with emphasis in Accounting

CPA

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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!

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provide performance management, coaching, ongoing support, and development for the team, including training for new and existing staff as needed
• Manage and oversee month-end / year-end closing procedures and day-to-day accounting activities of the Pharmacy Accounting team

Perform and review GL account reconciliations, ensuring proper support and analysis

• Ensure manual journal entries are complete, accurate, and compliant with US GAAP and SOX
• Ensure timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes
• Report financial information accurately and promptly
• Support inventory variance analysis and investigation
• Assist with internal controls documentation and testing under SOX
• Develop a thorough understanding of financial reporting and the general ledger structure
• Support the general accounting team to meet financial reporting deadlines and ensure accuracy
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to safeguard and ensure financial accuracy of inventory across locations
• Advise on handling non-routine reporting transactions
• Work with finance team members to support department goals and objectives
• Identify opportunities to improve procedures and resource use while maintaining high accuracy
• Engage in continuous process improvement, including ERP system enhancements and upgrades
• Respond to inquiries from senior management regarding financial results and reporting
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Experience and Educational Requirements :

• BA / BS in Business with emphasis in Accounting; CPA required
• Minimum of 7 years of related experience, including 2 years in inventory management
• Supervisory experience in financial reporting and general ledger management required
• Experience in the Pharmaceutical or Healthcare industry preferred

Minimum Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities :

• Knowledge of accounting principles and ERP systems; Sage experience is a plus
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Supervisory, interpersonal, and customer service skills
• Mathematical and analytical skills
• Organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to implement audit-ready processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet deadlines

What Cencora Offers

We provide competitive compensation, benefits, and resources that foster an inclusive culture and support our team members’ purpose-driven work. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, family support, and professional development opportunities, among others.

Cencora is committed to equal opportunity employment and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the employment process. For accommodation requests, contact 888.692.2272 or [emailprotected] .

Accessibility Policy

Cencora is dedicated to fair and accessible employment practices, accommodating individuals with disabilities during recruitment and employment.