Associate Director, Accounting Operations

Job title: Associate Director, Accounting Operations

Company: Genmab


Job description: At Genmab, we’re committed to building extra[not]ordinary futures together, by developing antibody products and pioneering, knock-your-socks-off therapies that change the lives of patients and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. From our people who are caring, candid, and impact-driven to our business, which is innovative and rooted in science, we believe that being proudly unique, determined to be our best, and authentic is essential to fulfilling our purpose.The Role:As the Associate Director of Accounting Operations, this role will oversee and manage all aspects of general accounting including the month end close processes and VAT. The primary responsibility will be to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in accounting processes across multiple entities within the company. You will collaborate with various departments, including FP&A, accounting, and tax, to streamline activities and maintain strong internal controls.This role is based in Copenhagen and reports directly to the Senior Director of Accounting Operations, who is located in Princeton, NJ.Key Responsibilities:Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations:Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements.Ensure that all accounting operations (e.g., general ledger, fixed assets, cash, etc) are executed in accordance with established accounting principles and company policies.Monitor and improve the accuracy and efficiency of accounting processes, minimizing errors and delays.Drive the completion of projects and initiatives including, but not limited to the implementation of Blackline JE Module and the Close Acceleration Project.Process Improvement & Efficiency:Drive continuous improvement initiatives across accounting functions, identifying inefficiencies and implementing streamlined processes, automation, and best practices.Evaluate and implement financial systems and technology tools to enhance reporting capabilities and accounting workflows.Collaborate with IT and other departments to integrate accounting systems with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and ensure smooth data flows.Compliance & Internal Controls:Ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles), IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards), and other relevant financial regulations.Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial reporting.Coordinate internal and external audits, working closely with auditors to address any issues or findings.Leadership & Team Management:Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 10+ accounting professionals, including hiring, training, performance management, and career development.Set clear goals and performance expectations for the team, ensuring alignment with broader organizational objectives.Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the accounting department.Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Master’s degree or CPA certification preferred.10+ years of experience in accounting or financeBlackline experience preferredStrong understanding of accounting principles, including consolidation, foreign exchange, and transfer pricing.Proficiency in SAP and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and influence stakeholders.Proven leadership experience, including the ability to mentor and develop a team.About You

• You are passionate about our purpose and genuinely care about our mission to transform the lives of patients through innovative cancer treatment
• You bring rigor and excellence to all that you do. You are a fierce believer in our rooted-in-science approach to problem-solving
• You are a generous collaborator who can work in teams with diverse backgrounds
• You are determined to do and be your best and take pride in enabling the best work of others on the team
• You are not afraid to grapple with the unknown and be innovative
• You have experience working in a fast-growing, dynamic company (or a strong desire to)
• You work hard and are not afraid to have a little fun while you do so

LocationsGenmab leverages the effectiveness of an agile working environment, when possible, for the betterment of employee work-life balance. Our offices are designed as open, community-based spaces that work to connect employees while being immersed in our state-of-the-art laboratories. Whether you’re in one of our collaboratively designed office spaces or working remotely, we thrive on connecting with each other to innovate.About GenmabGenmab is an international biotechnology company with a core purpose guiding its unstoppable team to strive towards improving the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For more than 20 years, its passionate, innovative and collaborative team has invented next-generation antibody technology platforms and leveraged translational research and data sciences, which has resulted in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T-cell engagers, next-generation immune checkpoint modulators, effector function enhanced antibodies and antibody-drug conjugates. To help develop and deliver novel antibody therapies to patients, Genmab has formed 20+ strategic partnerships with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies. By 2030, Genmab’s vision is to transform the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases with Knock-Your-Socks-Off (KYSO™) antibody medicines.Established in 1999, Genmab is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark with locations in Utrecht, the Netherlands, Princeton, New Jersey, U.S. and Tokyo, Japan.Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusionWe are committed to fostering workplace diversity at all levels of the company and we believe it is essential for our continued success. No applicant shall be discriminated against or treated unfairly because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. Learn more about our commitments on .Genmab is committed to protecting your personal data and privacy. Please see our privacy policy for handling your data in connection with your application on our website .

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Location: København

Job date: Thu, 13 Mar 2025 04:44:35 GMT

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