Global Process Owner – Revenue Recognition
Location – UK Or Spain
Role Purpose:
As the Global Process Owner Revenue Recognition (GPO) within a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), you will lead the design, implementation, and governance of global revenue recognition processes. You will ensure compliance with IFRS 15/ASC 606, while aligning financial practices with the unique complexities of CDMO operations, including multi-phase contracts, milestone-based billing, and long-term manufacturing agreements
What you will get:
* An agile career and dynamic working culture
* An inclusive and ethical workplace
* Hybrid working policy
* A variety of benefits tailored to your location
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What you will do:
* Collaborate with finance and business collaborators to gather, analyze, and document requirements.
* Define and maintain the global revenue recognition framework tailored to CDMO business models
* Establish and enforce standardized policies and procedures across global sites to ensure consistent application of revenue recognition principles
* Ensure full compliance with IFRS 15/ASC 606, particularly around performance obligations, variable consideration, and contract modifications
* Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities, especially in areas such as contract review, milestone tracking, and revenue forecasting.
* Collaborate with IT and transformation teams to enhance ERP and revenue recognition systems.
What we are looking for:
* In depth IFRS 15 knowledge
* Working knowledge of revenue recognition
* Preferably experience working with external auditors
* Financial qualification (ACCA OR CPA) would be nice to have
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
About Lonza
At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone's ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that's the kind of work we want you to be part of.
Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you're ready to help turn our customers' breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.