Pfizer

Pfizer

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Senior Accountant, Global Accounting - Fixed Assets

Apply by Nov 1, 2026

Posted Oct 27, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Accounting, Tax & Corporate Finance Accounting
Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Costa Rica, Escazu
Work arrangement
Hybrid
Employment
Full-time
Experience
Senior Level 5+ years of accounting experience, including significant experience in Fixed Assets.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

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Role Summary

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This Senior Accountant role in Global Accounting focuses on fixed asset accounting, including complex fixed asset transactions, close activities, and financial reporting across multiple markets. The role acts as a business partner to global stakeholders and provides technical accounting guidance on capital investments and fixed assets.

What You'll Do

  • Manage complex fixed asset transactions, including capitalizations, transfers, retirements, disposals, impairments, and write-offs.
  • Review and monitor Construction in Progress (CIP) projects to ensure timely capitalization and appropriate accounting treatment.
  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations and account analyses related to fixed assets.
  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities for fixed asset accounts.
  • Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.
  • Prepare and analyze reporting related to capital expenditures, depreciation, and cash flow impacts.

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Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of accounting experience, including fixed asset accounting and US GAAP knowledge.

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of accounting experience, including significant experience in Fixed Assets.
  • Strong knowledge of fixed asset accounting and US GAAP.
  • Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Fluent English.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred

  • Experience in a multinational or shared services environment.
  • Knowledge of SOX controls.
  • Experience with reporting and planning tools such as FCCS, Smart View, AFO, or Power BI.
  • Experience leading process improvement or automation initiatives.

Original job description

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Position Summary

The Senior Fixed Assets Analyst is responsible for managing complex fixed asset accounting activities, ensuring compliance with accounting policies and internal controls, and supporting financial reporting across multiple markets. This role serves as a key business partner to global stakeholders, provides technical accounting guidance, drives process improvements, and supports strategic initiatives related to capital investments and fixed assets.


Key Responsibilities

·    Manage complex fixed asset transactions, including capitalizations, transfers, retirements, disposals, impairments, and write-offs.

·    Review and monitor Construction in Progress (CIP) projects to ensure timely capitalization and appropriate accounting treatment.

·    Perform balance sheet reconciliations and account analyses related to fixed assets.

·    Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities for fixed asset accounts.

·    Ensure compliance with US GAAP, company policies, and internal controls.

·    Partner with Finance and business teams to support capital investment initiatives and resolve asset-related issues.

·    Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.

·    Prepare and analyze reporting related to capital expenditures, depreciation, and cash flow impacts.

·    Identify and implement process improvement and automation opportunities.

·    Participate in system implementations, process transformations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

·    Provide guidance and support to team members as needed.


Qualifications

·    Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

·    5+ years of accounting experience, including significant experience in Fixed Assets.

·    Strong knowledge of fixed asset accounting and US GAAP.

·    Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.

·    Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

·    Fluent English.

·    Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.


Preferred Qualifications

·    Experience in a multinational or shared services environment.

·    Knowledge of SOX controls.

·    Experience with reporting and planning tools such as FCCS, Smart View, AFO, or Power BI.

·    Experience leading process improvement or automation initiatives.

  
Work Location Assignment: Hybrid

EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) & Employment Eligibility 

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, or disability.

 

 

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About the company

Pfizer

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Pfizer is a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development, and manufacturing of innovative healthcare solutions. With a strong focus on improving lives through medications and vaccines, Pfizer has played a significant role in addressing various health challenges, including infectious diseases, chronic illnesses, and rare conditions. The company emphasizes research-driven approaches and collaborative efforts in its mission to enhance global health and empower patients through cutting-edge science and technology. Through its commitment to high standards of safety and efficacy, Pfizer continues to shape the future of medicine.