Director, Policy & Procedure

Johnson & Johnson Innovation; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 150,000 - 259,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting a Director, Policy & Procedure in Raynham, MA. This senior finance leader will establish, govern, and continuously improve global accounting policies and internal control frameworks for DePuy Synthes, supporting regulatory compliance and business growth.

The role partners with Finance, Audit, Compliance and senior leadership to drive policy clarity, ICFR effectiveness, and cross-functional adoption across geographies, with potential transition to DePuy Synthes

Qualifications

• 10–12 years in accounting or financial reporting with director-level experience.
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP and ICFR/SOX.
• Proven leadership and people development.
• Ability to communicate complex accounting guidance to diverse stakeholders.
• Experience partnering with auditors and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, documentation, and governance of global accounting policies and procedures in line with US GAAP, statutory, and governance requirements.
• Serve as primary policy interpretation authority for accounting guidance.
• Oversee design and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) with Internal Audit and Compliance.
• Monitor changes in accounting standards and coordinate adoption and implementation activities.
• Collaborate with regional and global finance leaders to ensure consistent policy application across entities.
• Support internal and external audits with policy clarity and timely issue resolution.
• Drive initiatives to improve efficiency, transparency, and scalability of finance processes.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing finance team with a culture of accountability.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP

SOX/ICFR

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Job Sub Function:

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America

Job Description:

We have a pre-identified candidate for the role, although all candidates will be considered.

Johnson and Johnson is recruiting a Director, Policy & Procedure located in Raynham, MA.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

The Director, Controller, Policy & Procedure is a senior finance leader responsible for establishing, governing, and continuously improving global accounting policies, procedures, and internal control frameworks for DePuy Synthes. This role plays a critical part in ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and consistency of accounting practices across the organization, while supporting business growth and transformation initiatives. The position offers broad visibility and influence across Finance, Audit, Compliance, and senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of global accounting policies and procedures in accordance with U.S. GAAP, statutory, and internal governance requirements.
• Serve as the primary authority on accounting policy interpretation, providing guidance to finance teams and business partners on complex or non‑routine transactions.
• Oversee the design, documentation, and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), partnering closely with Internal Audit and Compliance.
• Monitor changes in accounting standards and regulatory requirements, assess business impact, and lead adoption and implementation activities.
• Partner with regional and global finance leaders to ensure consistent application of policies and procedures across entities and geographies.
• Support internal and external audits by ensuring policy clarity, control readiness, and timely issue resolution.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, transparency, and scalability of finance processes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team of finance professionals, fostering a strong culture of accountability and compliance.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required).
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (preferred).

Experience and Skills:

Required:

• 10-12 years of experience in accounting, controllership, or financial reporting roles, with progressive responsibility at the director or senior leadership level.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworks (e.g., SOX/ICFR).
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience managing and developing teams.
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex accounting guidance clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to partner cross‑functionally and influence at senior leadership levels.

Preferred:

• Experience in a regulated, multinational environment (e.g., healthcare, medical devices, life sciences).
• Prior experience supporting major business transformations, integrations, or separations.
• Proven experience developing and governing accounting policies and procedures in a complex, global organization.
• Background working closely with internal and external auditors on complex accounting matters.
• Strong change management and process improvement experience.
• Experience with global ERP or financial systems implementations.

Other:

• Language Requirements: English proficiency required.
• Travel: Up to 15% domestic and/or international travel.
• Certifications: CPA or equivalent professional accounting certification (preferred).

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers . internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

If you are under 18 years of age, you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent’s consent for the background check.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Accounting, Analytical Reasoning, Budgeting, Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA), Developing Others, Expectation Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Competence, Financial Management, Financial Reports, Financial Risk Management (FRM), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Managerial Accounting, Problem Solving, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Technical Credibility, Treasury Management

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$150,000.00 - $258,750.00

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

• Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
• Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
• Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
• Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
• Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
• Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
• Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits