Senior Manager- Accounting

McKesson Corporation; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson seeks a Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting to lead a team responsible for financial reporting, consolidation, and technical accounting research within US GAAP in a large, complex organization.

You will manage month-, quarter-, and year-end closes, coordinate with business units, support external audits, and drive process improvements. CPA with 9+ years in corporate or public accounting and SAP/Oracle proficiency are required. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA license required.
• Minimum of 9 years of progressive experience in corporate accounting or public accounting, with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Proven experience with financial consolidation in a large multinational organization.
• Ability to perform complex technical accounting research and apply guidance.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills with ability to motivate and develop staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of accounting professionals, including performance management and development.
• Oversee consolidated financial statements preparation in accordance with US GAAP.
• Manage month-, quarter-, and year-end close processes with adherence to timelines.
• Conduct complex technical accounting research and provide guidance on new transactions and standards.
• Collaborate with business units to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and controls.
• Support external audit activities and respond to auditor inquiries.
• Prepare and present financial analyses and reports to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with SOX and internal controls.

Skills

Leadership

US GAAP expertise

Financial consolidation

Technical accounting research

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

SAP/Oracle proficiency

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA license

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care. What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting

The Senior Manager, Corporate Accounting will play a pivotal role in McKesson's corporate accounting function, leading a team responsible for various aspects of financial reporting, consolidation, and technical accounting research. This position requires a strong leader with exceptional accounting expertise, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to drive process improvements within a large, complex organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of accounting professionals, including performance management, coaching, and development.
• Oversee the accurate and timely preparation of consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring adherence to established timelines and policies.
• Conduct complex technical accounting research and provide guidance on the accounting treatment for new transactions, business initiatives, and changes in accounting standards.
• Collaborate with various business units and departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and controls within the corporate accounting function.
• Support external audit activities and respond to auditor inquiries.
• Prepare and present financial analyses and reports to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls (SOX) and company policies.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA license required.
• Minimum of 9 years of progressive experience in corporate accounting or public accounting, with at least 1 years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Proven experience with financial consolidation processes in a large, multi-national organization.
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex technical accounting research and apply accounting guidance.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff.

About McKesson Medical-Surgical

McKesson Medical-Surgical (MMS), which is expected to become Wellverse in early 2027, is a subsidiary and publicly reported segment of the McKesson Corporation. MMS distributes medical-surgical supplies, pharmaceuticals, diagnostic equipment and supplies, along with other solutions and services to virtually every type of healthcare setting and provider outside of the traditional hospital. These markets – often referred to as Alternate Care or Non-Acute Care – include physician offices, surgery centers, long-term care providers, laboratories, home health and hospice agencies, health systems, government facilities and online marketplaces and retailers. Alternate Care markets are growing rapidly and MMS is proud to be a leader in this space. With a team of approximately 8,000 employees, a network of 15 distribution centers and approximately 900 delivery vehicles, we collaborate with more than 2,200 leading manufacturers and serve over 200,000 customer accounts across the U.S. Our catalog includes more than 270,000 SKUs of branded and private-label medical-surgical products – from bandages to specialty pharmaceuticals and COVID-19 tests.

Job Level -M3

Job Level -M3

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category.

For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

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Join us at McKesson!

Join us at McKesson!

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care. What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.