Record to Report Analyst

Job description

RTR Analyst Location: San Jose, Costa Rica Join Lonza's Finance Shared Services team and play an important role in delivering accurate financial reporting and month-end close activities. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to develop their Record-to-Report (RTR) expertise while contributing to a global life sciences organization that makes a meaningful impact on millions of lives. What you will get: An agile career and dynamic working culture. An inclusive and ethical workplace. Compensation programs that recognize high performance. A variety of benefits dependent on role and location. What you will do: Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end close activities, including accruals, prepayments, provisions, rebates, bank reconciliations and other general ledger accounting tasks. Prepare and analyze balance sheet reconciliations, investigate discrepancies and collaborate with stakeholders to drive timely resolution. Maintain accurate financial records and reporting in compliance with Lonza policies, US GAAP and IFRS requirements. Execute day-to-day RTR activities while identifying opportunities to improve processes, controls and operational efficiency. Partner with Senior Analysts and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. Assist with internal and external audit requirements by preparing supporting documentation and ensuring audit readiness. Provide cross-functional support to accounting operations, including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities as required. What we are looking for: Bachelor's degree or technical qualification in Accounting, Business Administration or a related discipline. Experience in a Record-to-Report (RTR), General Ledger or shared services accounting environment. Knowledge of month-end close processes, balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger accounting activities. Understanding of accounting principles, with exposure to US GAAP and/or IFRS considered an advantage. Experience working with SAP or other ERP systems and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to identify and resolve accounting discrepancies. Effective communication skills in English and the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders in a global environment. About Lonza At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board. Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.