Sr. Manager, Financial Systems & Master Data

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating and, one day, curing life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Bridgewater, New Jersey, we are advancing the next generation of cell therapy through a portfolio of innovative technologies, including autologous, allogeneic, and in vivo cell therapy approaches. Our research spans chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T), T-cell receptor (TCR-T), natural killer (NK) cell-based therapies, and other emerging platforms designed to transform the treatment of serious diseases. From our global network of research and development sites, we are committed to discovering and developing safe, effective, and cutting-edge therapies for patients worldwide.

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Johnson & Johnson to jointly develop and commercialize CARVYKTI® (ciltacabtagene autoleucel; cilta-cel). Through this strategic partnership, we combine complementary expertise and capabilities to advance innovative immunotherapies for patients living with multiple myeloma.

Legend Biotech is seeking a Sr. Manager, Financial Systems & Master Data  as part of the Finance team based in Bridgewater, NJ.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Assoc. Director of US Accounting, this individual will be responsible for leading the successful design and delivery of key financial systems & master data governance solutions for Legend Biotech. This position will closely align with all IT business partners, TechOps and Quality representatives and will drive data quality, integrity and data management across the organization. The Senior Manager of Financial Systems & Master Data will maintain the Chart of Accounts in SAP & OneStream as well as enable business users to leverage and use the data as a differentiator in running the business.  

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Legend’s portfolio of ERP data-related initiatives across all finance data objects within SAP & OneStream 
• Build and drive plans to improve data practices for operational, reporting and analysis needs - Inclusive of development of processes, control and best business practices around financial data management
• Partner with IT and drive successful implementations of incremental SAP modules (WBS, Treasury module) 
• Work with IT to manage the upgrades and enhancements of core financial systems
• Lead and develop implementation of finance data management core principles, in collaboration with other SAP workstreams (e.g. P2P / D2D / EWM / etc.) data leads, and in alignment with the IT Data Management teams 
• Collaborate in the development of Master Data Governance activities, inclusive of maintenance of workflows process in accordance with the Company’s Delegation of Authority policy  
• Build organization understanding of data lifecycles from creation to end use, working with subject matter experts in various business functions, operations and IT teams 
• Resolve any Banking / COGS / Budget / BOM costing issues quickly and effectively 
• Assist with the development and implementation of internal and external financial reporting, data track changes, development of standard operating procedures and work instructions 
• Collaborate with Cybersecurity Team for protecting Legend’s data, data leakage and incident response investigations
• Maintain the Company’s Chart of Accounts in all financial systems and maintain clearly defined mapping between ERP and Consolidation platforms.
• Partner with FP&A to be the gate keeper for the Company’s cost centers
• Ensure timely and accurate allocation of project spend across the business units
• Maintain access to authorized data users amongst the various systems 
• Understand data lineage and data mapping for financial data 
• Collaborate with S4 Hana GRC team to review data logs for appropriateness 
• Assist with internal and external auditors requirements for SOX compliance on IT/Segregation of Duties related controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Concentration in IT a plus.
• A minimum of 6+ years of experience with data management solutions: Migration, Business Objects, Data Quality, etc. 
• Ability to work independently and successfully, prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, integrate cross-functional issues and balance competing priorities effectively. Must be able to manage shifting priorities to meet critical deadlines in a fast paced and dynamic, growing environment. 
• SAP knowledge is preferrable
• Ability to promote a mindset of continuous improvement, problem solving, and prevention. 
• Hands on experience leading data definitions and process development, data quality modeling, and solving efforts of data implementation projects collaborating with cross functional teams (internally and externally) 
• Experience working closely with data and ERP integrators to ensure changes are appropriately adopted and synchronized with the overall Legend Biotech ERP and data strategy 
• Prior experience with SAP query viewer / design, and advanced GUI access 
• Prior experience deploying P2P, D2D, RTR/FI modules from design to deployment 
• Proficient with processing large volume of data, designing queries and advanced analytics reporting tools.
• Proficient in Project Management.

The base pay range below is what Legend Biotech USA Inc. reasonably expects to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location. The company reserves the right to modify this range as needed and in accordance with applicable laws.

Other Types of Pay: Performance-based bonus and/or equity is available to employees in eligible roles.

Benefits and Paid Time Off: Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer eight (8) weeks of paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and eleven (11) company holidays. Additional voluntary benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide voluntary commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.

Pay Range (Base Pay):

$127,313—$167,099 USD

Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.

Work Authorization & Employment Eligibility

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. As part of our commitment to maintaining a lawful workforce and ensuring compliance with federal employment regulations, we participate in the E-Verify program. If you are selected for employment, you will be required to complete the Form I-9 process, and your employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify in accordance with applicable federal law. We are committed to providing a fair, transparent, and welcoming hiring experience for all candidates.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances.

Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company.

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