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Stryker Associate Manager Intercompany (R2R) in Warsaw, Poland
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The Job's Mission
Within the European Finance Shared Service Center (EFSSC) and reporting to the Senior Manager Intercompany, the mission of the Associate Manager Intercompany is to ensure the accuracy, reliability and integrity of the company’s books and records and financial reports. Within this mission is the responsibility is to maintain an effective system of internal controls and ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, Stryker policies and procedures and any applicable laws and regulations. The incumbent must also support the needs of the business on a need by basis, for example by providing analysis and insight into financial trends, risks and opportunities.
What you will do
Key Activities & Accountabilities
The Associate Manager Intercompany performs managerial responsibilities as required to support the needs of the business. These responsibilities include but are not limited to the following. Note that responsibilities may be added or removed as deemed necessary.
Accounting and Reporting
Owns accounting and reporting for assigned set of books of entities
Maintains a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure
Ensure accounts are properly reconciled with documentation to support account balances in accordance with Stryker’s corporate finance policies
Ensures and maintains documentation to support account balances and transactions in a manner that facilitates the efficient review and audit of books and records
Acts as escalation point for the accounting team and local business partners
Coordinates with internal and external auditors to ensure audit objectives are efficiently and effectively achieved
Responds to inquiries regarding accounting requests
Implements action plans resulting from audits and/or process simplication and standardization
Month-end and Year-end Close
Leads team of accountants to timely completion of the closing schedule
Ensures financial information is reviewed to identify any issues that would impact the accuracy and reliability of financial information presented
Reviews financial reports according to Divisional and Corporate reporting requirements
Balance Sheet Reviews
Perform regular reviews of balance sheet accounts to ensure the accounts are properly stated
Take necessary actions if material over/understatements are identified
Reports findings and recommendations and ensure corrective actions are taken as necessary
Internal Controls and Compliance
Owns risk and control matrix for assigned area
Ensures all core processes are documented with risk and control points clearly identified
Ensures proper segregation of duties and delegated authorities are maintained and monitored
Ensures an efficient and effective system of internal controls to maintain compliance with SOX 404, anti-corruption / anti-bribery laws and regulation, Stryker policies and procedures and any other relevant laws and regulations
Ensures regular monitoring of the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance processes
Proactively identify and report any compliance issues or emerging risks and development and implement mitigation plans
People Management
Manages and supervises staff of professionals, including senior accountants and accountants to ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met
Ensures teams work in line with established company HR and recruitment guidelines
Works with each direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year and monitor and advise on the progress to enhance the professional development of staff
Makes self-available as coach / mentor in assisting direct reports to develop in their positions
Delegates tasks to direct reports in line with skill, knowledge and ability and where necessary identify skill gaps and training requirements
Ensures staff has access to appropriate training for new and existing staff as needed
Maintain regular communications on performance and development
Handles personnel issues relating to staff conflicts, absenteeism, performance issues, etc.
As required, become involved in relevant personnel matters including recruitment, termination and counseling
Other Essential Duties
The following outlines additional duties of the Associate Manager Intercompany that ensures the financial accounting and reporting function is meeting and exceeding the needs of the business. These duties include but are not limited to the following:
Supports staff resource planning, organizing, and monitoring of key processes, including assisting in hiring, training, and evaluating staff, and taking effective actions to address performance matters
Supports critical business processes are well documented and communicated to facilitate effective and efficient execution
Pursues professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, and shares information gained with co-workers.
What you need
Education
Degree in Business and Administration
Professional certification in accounting (CPA or equivalent)
Fluent in English, other language is a plus
Familiar with Sarbanes Oxley Act and/or other internal control concepts
Knowledge of US GAAP would be an advantage
Familiar with Oracle, Hyperion and SAP (preferable)
Experience
- Minimum managerial experience up to 2 years in a supervisory role in a multinational (preferably US based) or an auditing company (one of the big four).
Competencies
Ability to establish and communicate priorities
Ability to organize resources to achieve objectives
High level of honesty, integrity, commitment and responsibility
Ability to manage and motivate
Accustomed to working under pressure and with deadlines
Able to resolve problems and conflicts in a professional and tactful manner
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Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.
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