Senior Accountant, US Accounting

Whether it's the unique breadth of our integrated offering that covers Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology products; or our commitment to recognizing and rewarding people for the contribution they make - working here isn't like anywhere else.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

The Opportunity

The Senior Accountant is a key contributor within the U.S. Accounting Team, reporting to the Associate Director of U.S. Accounting & Reporting and responsible for executing core Record-to-Report (R2R) accounting activities. In the near term, this individual will focus principally on Alastin Skincare. Following migration from NetSuite to Oracle in mid-2027, this individual will have the opportunity to support accounting across all U.S. entities.

This role ensures high-quality, timely, and technically accurate financial reporting in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Galderma’s Accounting Manual (GAM). The Senior Accountant maintains the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of assigned Balance Sheet accounts and supports the preparation of financial information used in internal and external reporting. This individual partners closely with Global Business Services (GBS) and cross-functional teams to ensure compliant execution of accounting processes and contributes to global initiatives that impact the U.S. operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities and reporting processes in
• alignment with the global accounting calendar and close schedule.
• Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting with a focus on Balance Sheet accounts, including
• preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• For assigned areas, ensure the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of all submitted financial
• data, in compliance with IFRS, Galderma’s Accounting Manual (GAM), and statutory requirements.
• Confirm proper classification of financial reporting lines for both IFRS (FCCS) and core 
• performance (PBCS) books.
• Support 2027 ERP system migration for Alastin Skincare, moving from NetSuite to Oracle.
• Maintain and validate high volume commission vendors’ bank account details, supporting customer onboarding and microsite creation.
• Manage full cycle Accounts Payable in NetSuite, using Strongroom for AP automation and document retention. Assist implementation of Coupa for AP, concurrent to the Oracle system integration.
• Oversee GBS tasks related to cash management.
• For assigned account, perform Balance Sheet reviews and document analytical reviews of account fluctuations to validate accuracy, completeness and integrity of financial results.
• Use reporting tools and system data to identify discrepancies, investigate root causes, and 
• validate appropriate accounting treatment across relevant ledgers in accordance with IFRS and
• GAM.
• Partner closely with GBS to ensure timely and accurate review of journal entries, reconciliations
• and supporting documentation for assigned areas.         
• Support global/local finance projects, ERP enhancements, process improvements, and accounting
• policy implementations impacting the U.S. operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Master’s or CPA is a plus)
• Minimum 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within pharmaceutical, consumer
• goods, or similarly complex, public company multinational environments;
• Solid understanding of IFRS and/or U.S. GAAP, with the ability to research and apply accounting
• guidance to moderately complex transactions
• Experience with Global Business Services (GBS) or Shared Services operating models is a plus
• Strong ERP system knowledge (NetSuite, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills
• Highly analytical and detail-oriented, with a consistent track record of delivering accurate work
• under tight deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to identify process gaps and contribute to process improvement initiatives,
• including proposing practical, scalable solutions
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across
• functions in a multicultural, matrixed organization
• Contributes to a culture of collaboration, respect, empathy, and partnership, and supports
• Galderma’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This role requires the ability to perform standard office activities, including extended periods of computer use, participation in virtual and in-person meetings, and collaboration across teams. Depending on business needs, occasional travel may be required. Work environments and physical requirements may vary based on the requirements of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities may be modified, added, or removed as necessary to meet business and organizational needs.

Compensation

The target base salary range for this role may vary based on many factors, including, but not limited to, job responsibilities, skills, experience, education, certifications, location and applicable geographic pay zones, market conditions, internal equity and business considerations. Compensation decisions are made based on an assessment of the candidate’s qualifications and the totality of relevant factors.

In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an annual short-term incentive program, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Benefits

Galderma offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with employer match, paid time off, and other benefits, subject to eligibility and applicable plan terms.

Work Authorization

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

What We Offer
At Galderma, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organization committed to advancing dermatology and improving patient outcomes worldwide. We offer competitive compensation, annual incentive opportunities, and comprehensive benefits, along with meaningful opportunities for growth, development, and collaboration in an inclusive and innovative environment.

Next Steps

• If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter. 
• The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager  
• The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team 

Don't meet every single requirement? At Galderma, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the qualifications listed, we encourage you to apply anyway!

If you are considering employment at Galderma, review our job postings at www.galderma.com/us/careers. Please be aware of fraudulent job offers and individuals falsely claiming to represent our Human Resources department. Our company will never request or offer payment, personal financial information, or sensitive data (such as Social Security numbers or bank details) during the early stages of recruitment. All legitimate communications from our HR team will come from official company email domains and follow our established hiring process.