US Commercial Finance Partner, Revenue (Gross to Net)

NORTHBROOK, ILPosted 21 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Astellas Pharma

• Job overview

  The US Commercial Finance Partner, Revenue role at Astellas Pharma provides financial leadership and decision support to senior leaders in the US Commercial Business, focusing on Gross-to-Net sales accounting and financial planning to drive business strategy and operational excellence.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves coordinating monthly revenue accounting closes, managing GTN sales accounting and reporting, collaborating cross-functionally with Contracts & Pricing and other departments, supporting audits, performing variance analysis, improving forecasting processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

• Compensation and benefits

  The position offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off including vacation and sick leave, 401(k) match with annual company contribution, company-paid life insurance, annual corporate bonus, quarterly sales incentives for eligible positions, long-term incentive plans, and a referral bonus program.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, with 5+ years of finance experience including accounting, costing, or FP&A, strong FP&A and technical financial skills, experience with ERP (SAP) and planning systems, proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, and strong stakeholder management; CPA and pharma industry experience preferred.

• Work environment and culture

  Astellas promotes an inclusive, ethical, and compliant culture with a hybrid work model supporting work-life balance and flexibility under Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.

• Company information

  Astellas Pharma is a global pharmaceutical company operating in over 70 countries, committed to innovative medical solutions and ethical business practices to improve global health.

• Team overview

  The role is part of the US Commercial Finance team reporting to the Head of US Commercial Finance and involves working in a matrix environment with cross-functional partners.

• Job location and travel

  The position is based in Northbrook, Illinois, with hybrid work options available from certain states according to company guidelines.

• Unique job features

  The role is distinguished by its responsibility for managing a large GTN sales accounting budget (~$6B) and balance sheet liabilities (~$1B), acting as a subject-matter expert in revenue recognition (IFRS 15), and leading key financial forecasting and compliance initiatives within a matrix organizational structure.

Company overview

Astellas Pharma is a global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, that focuses on the development, manufacturing, and marketing of innovative drugs. They generate revenue primarily through the sale of prescription medications in therapeutic areas such as oncology, urology, immunology, and cardiology. Founded in 2005 through the merger of Yamanouchi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. and Fujisawa Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Astellas has a strong emphasis on research and development to drive future growth and maintain a competitive edge in the pharmaceutical industry.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to emphasize your expertise in financial planning and analysis, particularly in revenue accounting and gross-to-net sales processes, aligning with Astellas Pharma’s focus on GTN sales accounting and forecasting.

• Highlight your experience collaborating cross-functionally with contracts, pricing, and compliance teams, showcasing your ability to influence senior leadership and contribute to strategic financial decisions.

• Apply through multiple channels such as Astellas Pharma’s official corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility and ensure it reaches the right hiring managers.

• Connect on LinkedIn with current employees in the US Commercial Finance or Revenue divisions at Astellas Pharma; use ice breakers like commenting on recent company initiatives in revenue forecasting or asking about their experience with GTN processes to start meaningful conversations.

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