Controllers Global Accounting Senior Accountant

Role Summary

For more than 170 years, Pfizer has worked to make a difference by delivering innovative therapies that improve the lives of patients around the world. By building a talented community of colleagues aligned with our patient-focused purpose and core values, Pfizer continues to advance global health and create breakthroughs that change patients’ lives.

One of our primary goals is to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. We believe diverse teams bring unique perspectives, strengthen collaboration, and foster a culture where colleagues can bring their authentic selves to work. Pfizer is committed to creating an inclusive environment where every colleague feels seen, heard, valued, and supported.

Pfizer is also continuing to evolve how colleagues work. Through our flexible working model, eligible colleagues may arrange with their manager to work remotely two to three days per week while maintaining regular opportunities for in-person collaboration at Pfizer sites. This approach combines flexibility with meaningful on-site engagement to support work-life balance, collaboration, agility, and innovation.

The Controllers Global Accounting (CGA) Senior Accountant is a key member of the Corporate Accounting organization, supporting accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance activities across a variety of accounting processes and business areas.

Working under general supervision, the Senior Accountant applies accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and analytical skills to support accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, balance sheet analyses, SOX controls, supporting schedules, and other required month-end and quarter-end close deliverables. The role analyzes financial data, investigates routine and moderately complex variances, researches accounting guidance, and supports the resolution of accounting and operational issues.

The Senior Accountant is expected to manage assigned deliverables, prioritize multiple responsibilities, proactively identify issues, and consistently meet reporting deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

The role also supports a strong control environment through the execution of SOX controls, maintenance of process documentation, and adherence to internal policies and procedures. The Senior Accountant partners with cross-functional stakeholders, contributes to continuous improvement efforts, and participates in transformational initiatives designed to improve efficiency, standardization, and value creation across the organization.

Standard Role Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records, supporting documentation, work instructions, and required compliance documentation.
• Prepare and support journal entries, account reconciliations, balance sheet analyses, and month-end and quarter-end close deliverables.
• Communicate effectively with peers, management, and business partners regarding deliverables, deadlines, and accounting matters.
• Proactively identify issues, perform appropriate analysis, and communicate potential solutions and recommendations to management.
• Ensure activities are completed with a high standard of operational excellence and in accordance with established deadlines, service-level expectations, and process and control requirements.
• Support the execution and documentation of SOX controls and maintain a strong commitment to the overall control and compliance environment.
• Engage directly with business partners on routine accounting, reporting, and operational activities and build effective working relationships.
• Develop technical, accounting, business, and analytical capabilities while effectively managing time and priorities.
• Participate in global initiatives, process improvements, automation opportunities, and transformational projects as needed.
• Develop an understanding of the functionality, interfaces, and interdependencies of Pfizer’s financial processes and systems.
• Promote continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to simplify processes, improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and increase value-added activities.

Qualifications, Relevant Experience and Skills

• Solid understanding of accounting and finance principles.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze financial information, investigate variances, and identify potential issues.
• Strong organizational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and manage assigned responsibilities with limited guidance.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and consistently meet deadlines.
• Effective written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate accounting and business matters clearly to a variety of stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop effective business partnerships with key stakeholders.
• Strong commitment to internal controls, compliance requirements, and documentation standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a strong emphasis on Excel.
• Ability to learn and become proficient in new systems and technologies.
• Willingness and curiosity to continuously develop technical, accounting, business, and technology skills.
• General understanding of business operations and end-to-end financial processes.
• Ability to proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and develop practical solutions.

Minimum Requirements

• Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a master's degree with more than 0+ years of experience; OR an associate's degree with 6 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 8 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant accounting, finance, audit, or related professional experience.
• Practical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial accounting principles.
• Experience with statutory accounting and/or other GAAP frameworks is beneficial.
• English proficiency.
• CPA, CPA eligibility, ACCA, or international equivalent preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Public accounting and/or audit experience.
• Experience with SAP for HANA, HFM, or similar enterprise financial systems.
• Experience working within a global or multinational organization.
• Experience supporting financial close, account reconciliations, internal controls, and financial reporting activities.
• Experience participating in process improvement, automation, standardization, or finance transformation initiatives.
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative AI technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem-solving, analysis, and productivity.
• Demonstrated curiosity in exploring how emerging technologies can improve financial processes and business outcomes, along with an understanding of responsible AI practices, including appropriate risk management and ethical use.

Other Job Details

• Must be able to work from a Pfizer office 2–3 days per week, or as required by the business.
• Some travel to other locations may be required depending on project activities, business needs, meetings, workshops, and other role-related requirements.

 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to perform complex data analysis and mathematical calculations, and to review large volumes of detailed financial information with a high degree of accuracy.

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Extended hours as needed during close and audit periods.

Work Location Assignment: Hybrid

Last day to apply : October 29th 2026

 

 

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $71,500.00 to $119,100.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided applies to the Tampa, FL location only. The salary range provided does not apply to any other United States location or locations outside of the United States.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

 

 

Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer.

U.S. work visa sponsorship (such as TN, O-1, H-1B, etc.) is not available for this role now or in the future.

 

 

 

 

 

 

To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers.

 

 

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