Manager, Technical Accounting

West Pharmaceutical Services; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services is hiring a Manager, Technical Accounting for a hybrid role requiring onsite presence at least 3 days per week. You will lead the technical accounting policy function, develop memos, monitor U.S. GAAP and SEC guidance, and oversee derivatives accounting with cross‑functional teams.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of accounting experience (public or industry with a public company) and an active CPA license. Travel is about 10% and no relocation is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of accounting experience in public accounting, industry with a public company, or a combination.
• Active CPA license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead our technical accounting policy function and provide consultation to global teams.
• Prepare detailed accounting memos for groups impacted internally.
• Monitor and interpret new U.S. GAAP pronouncements and SEC requirements.
• Lead accounting of derivatives and improve control processes.
• Review revenue contracts for ASC 606 revenue recognition with cross‑functional teams.
• Assist in Form 10-Q and 10-K preparation and review.

Skills

US GAAP

SEC reporting

SOX 404

Analytical skills

SAP

HFM

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Multi-project management

Compliance with safety policy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

HFM

Job description

This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week. No relocation is provided for this opportunity.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director, Corporate Accounting, the Manager, Technical Accounting leads the research of technical accounting issues and maintains the Company’s global financial policies. Partnering with individuals throughout the business, the role is key in ensuring business initiatives are accounted for properly.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead our technical accounting policy function, providing consultation to our global team members;
• Prepare detailed accounting memos to be distributed to the groups impacted internally that summarize the topic, technical accounting guidance, and Company’s conclusion;
• Ensure accounting policies are maintained and properly reflect the current company and accounting landscape;
• Monitor, research and interpret new U.S. GAAP pronouncements and SEC reporting requirements, and assess and document the impact on the Company’s financial statements and disclosures through implementation;
• Lead the accounting of derivatives, improving the respective control processes in each cycle;
• Review revenue contracts to ensure appropriate revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606, working with our legal, contracts, and commercial team members;
• Assist in the preparation and review of Form 10Q and 10K SEC filings during quarter‑end months;
• Interact with cross‑functional teams that include controllership, financial planning and analysis, operations, treasury, tax, investor relations, legal, human resources, internal and external audit, and others, as necessary, keeping business partners abreast of developments in accounting and financial reporting and related firm policies and positions through issuance of various publications, training sessions and other meeting forums;
• Interact with internal and external auditors to support the Company’s accounting positions and facilitate an efficient audit and review process;
• Perform special projects and other duties assigned by Controllership team, as necessary;
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience required

Work Experience

• 5+ years experience in Public Accounting, Industry with a Public Company, or a combination

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements and Sarbanes‑Oxley 404.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to summarize conclusions and make recommendations to management;
• Experience with SAP and HFM preferred
• Ability to work effectively with teams and manage multiple tasks in order to meet tight deadlines
• Effective functional and technical knowledge
• Excellent interpersonal skills, and a strong team player
• Ability to work on multiple complex projects and bring those projects to successful conclusion
• Demonstrated success in working across multiple levels of the organization including senior leadership
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times

License and Certifications

• Active CPA license required

Travel Requirements

10%: Up to 26 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Sedentary‑Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

Additional Requirements

• Use written and oral communication skills
• Read and interpret data, information and documents
• Maintain the ability to work well with others in a variety of situations
• Be able to multi‑task, work under time constraints and tight deadlines, problem solve, and prioritize
• Able to work independently and make sound decisions
• Have the ability to observe and interpret situations, analyze and solve problems #LI-JJ1 #LI-HYBRID

What We Offer

• Community Involvement: West encourages volunteerism through its West without Borders initiative and other charitable programs that make a difference in local communities.
• Continuous Learning & Development: Opportunities for professional growth through training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill‑certification initiatives.
• Global Career Opportunities: With facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia‑Pacific, employees have opportunities for international exposure and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Inclusive & Collaborative Culture: A global workforce that values diversity, equity, and inclusion‑where all voices are heard and respected in a supportive environment.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to [e-mail]. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.