Purpose of the Job To provide temporary cover for the Senior Accountant role during the incumbent's parental leave (Feb 2027 ~ Dec 2027), ensuring business continuity of statutory accounting, tax compliance, treasury and internal control activities for AstraZeneca Korea (KR10). The contract (Jan 2027 ~ Dec 2027) includes a handover period with the incumbent to ensure a smooth transition. Typical Accountabilities Perform month-end closing, including accrual entries (manpower, A&P, functional costs), accrual list review and cost analysis against budget Support year-end K-GAAP financial statements and the statutory audit, liaising with external auditors Prepare and file VAT, WHT and other tax returns, and reconcile Hometax tax invoices with SAP entries Manage treasury and banking, including intercompany netting (Bank of Korea reporting), payment guarantees, bank credit limits, intercompany loans and dividends Partner with regional finance and KAM teams on cash flow targets (e.g., DSO) Perform FCF controls, coordinate internal/external audits and tax authorities, update SOPs, conduct fixed asset counts and deliver finance trainings Provide accounting and tax guidance to business users, prepare BOD documentation, and support officer registration and CO₂ reporting Functional Capabilities (most critical to this position) Solid knowledge of K-GAAP / IFRS and month-end and year-end closing Working knowledge of Korean tax (VAT, WHT, CIT) and Hometax–SAP reconciliation Understanding of treasury operations, including intercompany settlements, FX reporting and banking documentation Understanding of internal controls (FCF) and audit coordination Effective communication with regional finance, auditors and banks Essential Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a multinational company Hands-on experience with statutory audit and Korean tax filings Fluent Korean and business-level English Desired Skills or Requirements Experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry Experience working with shared service centres and SAP FI Available to start in Jan 2027 for handover; detail-oriented and quick to adapt ※ 채용 절차법에 따른 고지 사항 1. 제출한 서류는 채용 절차법에 따라, 일체 반환 의무가 없습니다. 2. 보훈대상자 및 취업보호대상자는 관련법에 의거하여 우대합니다. 3. 해외 여행 결격사유가 없어야 합니다. 4. 본 채용은 수시진행으로, 우수인력 채용 시 마감될 수 있습니다. Date Posted 11-11월-2026 Closing Date 10-1월-2027 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company. We focus on discovering, developing and commercialising prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science, challenge convention and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. To embrace differences and take bold actions to drive the change needed to meet global healthcare and sustainability challenges. There is no better place to make a difference in medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture where you will connect different thinking to generate new and valuable opportunities. Where you will find a commitment to lifelong learning, growth and development for all. Our Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) mission is to create an inclusive and equitable environment where people belong, using the power of our diversity to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to the success of our company, because innovation requires breakthrough ideas that only come from a diverse workforce empowered to challenge conventional thinking. We’re curious about science and the advancement of knowledge. We find creative ways to approach new challenges. We’re driven to make the right choices and be accountable for our actions. As an organisation centred around what makes us human, we put a big focus on people. Across our business, we want colleagues to wake up excited about their day at the office, in the field, or in the lab. Along with our purpose to bring life-changing medicines to people across the globe, we have a promise to you: to help you realise the full breadth of your potential. Here, you’ll do work that has the potential to change your life and improve countless others. And, together with your team, you’ll shape a culture that unites and inspires us every day. This is your life at AstraZeneca.