The Senior Finance Associate takes on a key rolewithin the finance team and is responsible for maintaining thehighest standards in the areas of financial reporting, control andcompliance. This role includes managing accounting processes (O2C,S2P, R2R), supporting tax reporting, auditing and working capitalmanagement. Aufgaben Preparation and review of annual financialstatements in accordance with HGB and US GAAP Ensure complianceand controls in line with all internal and external guidelines(SOX, Global Financial Policies, Ethics & Compliance) Interface management and coordination of financial activities toensure smooth processes with all internal and external sharedservice centers Primary point of contact for financial standards,process documentation, and training materials to ensure properexecution of day to day operations Collaborate with ESC onmonthly accounting and reporting to U.S. GAAP Conduct the reviewand approval of cash flow forecasts The position holder will actas a technical expert for the preparation of the HGB financialposition Depending on the projects Elanco is pursuing, the jobholder will be asked to participate either as an individualemployee or as a coordinator Working closely with the taxdepartment to simplify internal and external tax submissions ProfilWhat We Expect Technical/university degree in economics with afocus on finance and accounting Very good knowledge of US GAAPand HGB Min. 3 years of professional experience in the financialsector as an Accountant Strong analytical skills Very goodknowledge of English and of German Very good knowledge ofMicrosoft Office SAP and One Stream are a plus Minimum travelSoft skills requirements Strong interpersonal skills and conflictmanagement/teamwork Strong communication skills with appreciationfor cultural diversity Orientation towards process improvement /solution search Anticipating, identifying problems and drivingsolutions forward Strong communication skills, persuasiveness andassertiveness High motivation, even in stressful situations Willingness to take initiatives and take on new tasks Ability towork under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines Wirbieten WHAT WE OFFER Pension scheme subsidised by the employer 37.5 hours / week 30 days holiday + 5 days optional 13th Salaryand vacation pay Active corporate health management and healthcare Subsidy for the Deutschlandticket and bicycle leasing Mealsubsidy in the canteens Scope for personal initiative andopportunities for individual further training Work in a dynamicteam in an international company The position is an EXX ratedposition according to the BETV of the chemicalindustry.