Hybrid Finance Close & Consolidations Specialist

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine; Raynham (MA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a SFA, Close and Consolidations professional in Raynham, MA. The role supports monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, ensuring accurate consolidation and reporting while maintaining SOX controls.

Ideal candidates have 4–6 years in finance/accounting, strong GAAP knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and experience with consolidation tools. Travel up to 10% may be required; CPA or MBA preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, close, or consolidation roles.
• Strong knowledge of financial close and consolidation processes.
• Experience performing financial analysis and variance explanations.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, including consolidation, analysis, and reporting.
• Prepare and review consolidated financial results, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Perform variance analysis and provide clear explanations of financial results to key stakeholders.
• Coordinate intercompany activities, including eliminations and reconciliations.
• Maintain and improve close and consolidation processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency, standardization, and automation.
• Partner with business units and regional finance teams to resolve close-related issues and ensure timely submissions.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, SOX requirements, and financial governance standards.

Skills

Accounting

Analytical reasoning

Budgeting

GAAP

Financial analysis

Treasury management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

MBA or CPA preferred

Tools

Hyperion

Job description

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a SFA, Close and Consolidations professional in Raynham, MA. The role supports monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, ensuring accurate consolidation and reporting while maintaining SOX controls.

Ideal candidates have 4–6 years in finance/accounting, strong GAAP knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and experience with consolidation tools. Travel up to 10% may be required; CPA or MBA preferred but not mandatory.