Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on identifying, developing and commercializing innovative products to meet unmet medical needs in neurology and psychiatry. Founded in 2003 and based in Palo Alto, California, Jazz Pharmaceuticals have been able to accomplish astonishing heights in a relatively short amount of time due to the quality and passion of our team.  Excellence in innovation and collaboration are the two pillars that makes Jazz Pharmaceuticals such a thriving company. We are rapidly growing and building an atmosphere that is very rewarding and enjoyable. Voted  “Best Place to Work” in 2007 and 2008, Jazz Pharmaceuticals is now searching for innovative, talented individuals to help evolve our business.  Join the team that puts improving therapy at that top of the priority list.

In addition to great opportunities and rewarding careers, Jazz Pharmaceuticals offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. For more information please visit: www.jazzpharma.com.  Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity employer.

As part of the Jazz Pharmaceuticals finance department, the Sr. Manager, Operations Accounting is responsible for revenue accounting activities, including the review of all revenue related transactions for compliance with revenue recognition criteria, and the related costing of inventory and cost of sales.
Revenue Accounting - Responsible for review of revenue contracts and agreements initiated by our business development and legal groups.   Perform revenue recognition, calculation and payment of gross to net revenue offsets, and monthly and year end tasks related to all receivable, deferred revenue and revenue related accounts.  Oversee invoicing and collections which are outsourced.  Participate in cross functional team with commercial operations on government pricing and reporting and managed care contracts.
Cost Accounting - Responsible for participation in a cross functional team with supply chain management for tracking materials and products at contract manufacturing and third-party distribution locations.   Verify inventory transaction reports and perform monthly and year end tasks related to cost of sales, inventory values and reserves, and product margin analysis.

The Sr. Manager, Operations accounting will:

• Prepare borrowing requests and reporting package for secured bank line of credit.
• Participate in a cross functional team for the development of revenue and gross margin budgets.
• Function as primary liaison for outside auditors’ review of revenue and cost transactions and controls. 
• Provide support for SEC reporting as required. 
• Update and maintain relevant SOX documentation, including new SOX policies and procedures as needed. 
• Participate in assessing property and casualty insurance requirements for remote inventory locations.
• Assist in the development of tax apportionment factors based on sales and inventory.
• Serve as key financial resource providing research, analysis and ad hoc financial support to department managers and senior management.
• Ensure that all journal entries and account reconciliations are completed timely, contain adequate supporting documentation and are properly reviewed and approved.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

BA/BS in finance or accounting is necessary
Minimum six years revenue accounting experience, particularly related to revenue recognition and experience with inventory and accounts receivable systems is required
Pharmaceutical industry experience preferred
CPA/MBA a plus
Experience in SEC reporting is helpful.
Excellent attention to detail
Proven ability to operate in a complex dynamic environment
Strong interpersonal skills, including ability to communicate complex financial information to people at all skill levels and levels of management
Proficient with financial reporting systems and ability to learn new tools and applications
Must be a collaborative team player.