SFA, Policy and Procedures

Johnson & Johnson MedTech; Raynham (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

DePuy Synthes, a Johnson & Johnson company, is recruiting a Senior Financial Analyst, Policy and Procedures, in Raynham, MA. The role strengthens financial governance by leading the development, maintenance, and interpretation of accounting policies across the organization.

The position partners with Finance, Tax, Internal Audit, and cross-functional teams to ensure internal controls, GAAP compliance, and regulatory alignment, with broad exposure to finance operations and policy harmonization.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Experience interpreting and applying accounting policies across stakeholders.
• Ability to translate complex guidance into clear recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and governance of global accounting policies.
• Translate changes in accounting standards into actionable guidance.
• Support audits, risk assessments, and control reviews with Finance teams.
• Provide SME interpretation of policies to business partners.
• Develop training and change management materials for policies.
• Monitor policy adherence and identify improvement opportunities.
• Prepare analyses and reports to support governance decisions.

Skills

Accounting principles

Analytical skills

Verbal & written communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

Master's degree or MBA (preferred)

Tools

Advanced Excel

Financial reporting tools

Job description

Facilitates activities as a seasoned individual contributor, who works independently with minimal supervision. Helps establish and implement projects, programs, and processes in support of the organization's overall Accounting strategy. Applies advanced knowledge of the Accounting field to establish best-of-class policies, procedures, and plans for accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Helps establish and implement cost-effective, results-based, and professionally-managed programs and innovative initiatives .
• Contributes to projects, programs, and processes for the Accounting area.
• Integrates methods based on analyses of trends and the competitive landscape to continually improve the organization's Accounting strategy. Ensures accounting practices and documentation procedures are performed in accordance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and applicable governance policies.
• Assists in the management of internal and external audit completion, as well as handling ad hoc requests.
• Coaches more junior colleagues in techniques, processes and responsibilities.
• Understands and applies Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and Leadership Imperatives in day-to-day interactions with team.

Job Description

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Senior Financial Analyst, Policy and Procedures, located in Raynham, MA.

The Senior Financial Analyst, Policy and Procedures plays a critical role in strengthening financial governance across DePuy Synthes by leading the development, maintenance, and interpretation of accounting policies and procedures. This role partners closely with Finance, Tax, Internal Audit, and cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements. The position offers broad exposure across finance operations and provides an opportunity to influence how accounting policies are applied consistently across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, maintenance, and governance of global accounting policies and standard operating procedures.
• Analyze changes in accounting standards and company policy, and translate them into clear, actionable guidance.
• Partner with Finance, Tax, Compliance, and Internal Audit teams to support financial audits, risk assessments, and control reviews.
• Provide subject‑matter expertise and interpretation of accounting policies to business partners and finance teams.
• Support implementation of new or revised policies through training materials, communications, and change management activities.
• Monitor adherence to established policies and procedures and identify opportunities for improvement or simplification.
• Prepare analyses, documentation, and reports to support management decision‑making and governance requirements.

Qualifications

Education:

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

Experience and Skills:

Required:

• 3-6 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, policy, or internal controls within a corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls, and policy governance.
• Experience interpreting and applying accounting policies across multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate complex information and provide clear recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical guidance into plain language.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Preferred:

• Experience in a regulated industry such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences.
• Familiarity with U.S. GAAP, SEC rules and regulations, and audit processes.
• Experience supporting global or multi‑entity organizations.
• Prior involvement in policy harmonization, process improvement, or transformation initiatives.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.

Other:

• Language: English (business proficiency required).
• Travel: Up to 10%, primarily domestic.
• Certifications: CPA, CMA, or similar certification (preferred, not required).

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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.

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