Finance Director, Alliance Accounting
Core
Lead a team providing accounting and finance support for AbbVie's portfolio of commercialized licensing arrangements, ensuring accurate reporting and financial stewardship.
Role type
Senior Finance Director (Alliance Accounting)
Builds
Accurate financial reporting, royalty/milestone payment processing, and financial forecasts for licensing agreements.
Domain
Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical Finance
Required skills
Month-end close, royalty income/expense recording, balance sheet reconciliations, payment processing, cash flow forecasting, audit support, licensing agreement analysis, team leadership, stakeholder management, ERP systems proficiency
Preferred skills
CPA, MBA, BPC, SAP
Technologies
Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Workiva, BPC, SAP
Responsibilities
Lead month-end close activities for licensing arrangements; oversee processing of royalty and milestone payments; maintain inventory of commercial milestones and prepare cash flow forecasts; support commercial planning cycles; partner with Alliance Management on financial information exchange; serve as finance lead for joint commercial committees; act as subject matter expert for licensing agreements; support internal and external audits; review new licensing agreements to mitigate risks; supervise and mentor a team of 10.
Seniority
Director, hands-on IC with team leadership