Working with Us
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us.

The BMS ADP is a 3-year program where recent college graduates or soon-to-be graduates (college seniors on track to graduate in the next year) with a bachelor’s degree in accounting can gain significant and invaluable work experience while receiving a salary and benefits package that is competitive with Big 4 Accounting Firms. ADP accountants are assigned three separate one-year rotations in various BMS Finance departments located in Tampa.  Possible placements include the following:

• Treasury Accounting
• Record to Report
• Global Internal Audit
• Financial Planning and Analysis
• Order to Cash

ADP Accountants will report to the Tampa ADP Program Director throughout their 3-year program. ADP accountants will also receive coaching from rotational sponsors and mentors within the BMS Global Finance Community. Upon successful completion of the 3-year program, qualified ADP accountants will continue in a permanent role within the BMS Global Finance community that aligns their specific area of expertise, interests, and career aspirations based on BMS Finance roles available at that time of program completion.

• Opportunity to work in a team environment and matrix organization to grow communication and interpersonal skills
• One-on-one coaching and guidance provided by Tampa ADP Program Director as well as rotational sponsors and mentors
• Ability to continually grow accounting skills through analyzing, assessing, and concluding upon accounting issues
• Opportunity to learn various accounting and budgeting systems such as SAP, Cadency, Tableau, and Hyperion.
• Development of US GAAP technical accounting skills through on-the-job training delivered by the BMS Technical Accounting Network (TAN)
• Opportunity for networking and relationship building throughout the ADP program
• Participate in BMS employee social and philanthropic activities like Town Hall Events, Community Service Events, etc.

• A recent or soon-to-be-received (i.e. a college senior on track to graduate in the next year) Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited institution with a strong GPA.
• A US citizen or permanent US resident
• Possess the desire to work for a leader in the BioPharma industry
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Excel/Word/PowerPoint.  Possess the desire and motivation to become a CPA
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally while on rotation with the BMS Global Internal Audit group performing internal audits of various BMS foreign markets and business units
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and execute based on that prioritization.

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol
Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [email protected]. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.