Finance Manager – Controlling & Inventory

Johnson & Johnson

. Represent the finance function in cross-functional discussions relating to Controlling & Inventory, particularly MAKE and R&D .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • Canada, United States, MexicoMid-LevelSenior💰 $94,000 - $162,150 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Finance and Economics with a strong focus on Costing, Inventory, and Plant Accounting within Supply Chain and R&D environments. Proficient in SAP ERP and capable of driving change through collaboration and stakeholder management.

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Expert Knowledge Of SAP ERP PlatformExperience With Costing, Inventory & Plant AccountingStrong Analytic SkillsProject Management ExperienceAgile Mindset

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Hard Skills

FinanceEconomicsCostingInventory AccountingPlant AccountingProcess DevelopmentProcess ImprovementAnalytic SkillsStakeholder ManagementChange Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeam PlayerCollaborative Working StyleAbility To InfluenceAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

SAP ERPPowerQueryPowerBIS4/HanaDigital Tools

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainR&DGlobal Finance TransformationCross-Functional CollaborationVirtual Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Represent the finance function in cross-functional discussions relating to Controlling & Inventory, particularly MAKE and R&D
Support the Controlling & Inventory Finance Lead with the global finance transformation initiative, including ERP/S4Hana design, build, and deployment
Collaborate with Global Process Owners, Technical Product Owners, System Integrators, and transformational programs to capture and define business requirements
Manage interdependencies with other transformational programs such as Signifi/Transact
Ensure the Global Template is designed and built to meet business requirements using current technology capabilities
Document future-state design as part of the Global Template build
Support TPO and System Integrator teams in building the proposed design in S4/Hana
Participate in build demonstrations, review deliverables, and provide feedback
Ensure business requirements are met during the build
Collaborate with the Master Data team to validate data setup for Controlling & Inventory processes
Ensure development-system processes meet business requirements and provide feedback to TPO and System Integrator teams
Support deployment teams during testing cycles and hypercare

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of a university degree is required, preferably in Finance or Economics
A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Finance roles is required, preferably in supply chain, a principal company environment, and/or R&D
Experience with Costing, Inventory & Plant Accounting in a Supply Chain or R&D role considered an asset
Experience with process development and improvement
Strong analytic skills and ability to balance big picture with attention to detail
Passion for developing expertise in complex financial topics
Agile mindset
Strong communication skills and ability to clearly articulate complex issues
Team player and collaborative working style
Experience working in global/virtual environments is a plus
Ability to operate in a dynamic, fast-paced, frequently changing environment
Strong collaboration and stakeholder management, including ability to influence and challenge
Passion for driving change and inspiring business adoption of new processes and technology
Expert knowledge of SAP ERP platform
Project management experience is a plus
Knowledge of digital tools such as PowerQuery and PowerBI is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; Colorado employees – 48 hours; Washington employees – 56 hours
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
Equal opportunity employer
Inclusive interview process and disability accommodations