Financial Accountant

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About StrykerStryker is one of the world's leading medical technology companies and, together with our customers, is driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes.We are proud to be named the #5 World's Best Workplaces and a Best Workplace for Diversity by Fortune Magazine. Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting stryker.comWhy finance at Stryker?Are you looking for a profitable and growing company with a great culture and reputation? Stryker is the only company with 40 consecutive years of sales growth and was recently named the #5 Best Workplace in the WORLD by Fortune! Here, you will have many opportunities to learn and grow as we offer development opportunities unique for each employees needs including training, certifications, mentorship, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, one-on-one coaching and more!The Job's Mission:Europe Finance will be the preferred business partner to support Stryker's mission, vision and promise in Stryker Europe. This will require Finance to focus on the basics of providing financial services and support, deliver value added finance service and support to Stryker Europe.It is Finance's responsibility to assist the business in taking unnecessary costs out of its healthcare delivery system, achieve better economies of scale in the utilisation of resources and leverage activities across functions and geographies to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Finance will be a best in class function, comprised of ethical, talented and engaged people, with efficient processes and effective controls that supports our functions and customers.Our aim is to be the centre of excellence for UK financial and tax compliance and technical expertise. We'll be streamlined, proactive and data driven in our decision making and support of the business.The Role:This position will provide the financial expertise to ensure processes, knowledge and advice are in place and operational for maintaining accurate and adequate books and records in accordance with local and US generally accepted accounting principles.The role is required to ensure not just the fundamentals of financial control are not only maintained but also agile in helping the Financial Controller team focus on both risks and value add advice to commercial Finance and business, distilling complex issues down to simple terms. This role must understand the importance of strong business processes and the interplay between processes and accounting; minimizing manual work arounds.Key Activities and AccountabilitiesFinancial Accounting and ReportingEnsure financial results are accurate and fully compliant and are appropriately supported by adequate documentationWorking in partnership with the wider finance team, lead the month end close process through to successful, effective, efficient and timely completionLead annual statutory audit and financial statements processesBuild/ foster/ facilitate strong relationships across the wider finance team and our stakeholders.Ensure compliance to all external stakeholder compliance requirements and deadlinesIntroduce and reinforce standardization across financial accounting and reporting for different legal entitiesInternal Controls ComplianceEnsure that effective internal controls are in place, documented and reviewed regularlyOwn process narratives and proactively seek process improvements and efficiency gainsEnsure all month end controls are evidenced appropriately and in accordance with Sarbanes Oxley requirementsAnalyse processes, identify improvement opportunities and propose solutionsTax complianceSupport the UK's SAO compliance programmeMaintain the tax control frameworks, risk matrices and related narrativesMaintain strong relationships with our internal tax stakeholdersSupport HMRC related enquiriesOtherBuild/ foster/ facilitate strong relationships across our finance team to ensure robust core processes deliver seamless accounting with minimal manual intervention, and high efficiency.Support with implementation of local country related projects (amongst others Cost Transformation for Growth program)Build and maintain a robust culture of process improvement - drive the understanding of the need for improvement and enthusiasm within the teamEmbrace PowerBI dashboards and big data to drive business performanceEducationProfessional accounting certification (i.e. ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW)Experience3+ years working in a large accounting practice with multinational complex clients.Practical experience of advanced use of excel and data managementDemonstrable ability to drive projects, individually or as part of a teamProcess improvement experience (i.e. Lean/Six sigma experience) is an advantageCompetenciesRelationship Builder - Builds and maintains relationships with key internal and external stakeholders that support and improve effectiveness. Demonstrated ability to work across levels within an organizationProactive - A self-starter who can identify priorities and manage the complexities of multiple projects and stakeholders. Has a pro-active and independent personality, ability to manage their own workload and prioritise appropriatelyStrong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, attention to detail and ability to communicate complicated issues effectivelyTechnical proficiency - Strong accounting and tax knowledge with an ability to:focus on risks to ensure compliance;provide value add advice to commercial Finance and business, distilling complex issues down to simple terms;understand the interplay between processes and accounting;share this knowledge freelyDecision Making/Judgement - Selects effective approaches to solving issues, based on available information and business objectivesPlanning/Organisation - Understands what is needed to accomplish project objectives and establish appropriate goals and priority. Able to work under tight deadlines, multi-task and be flexible to cope with changing prioritiesStrong internal drive and motivation to make a difference and add value to an organisationOur benefitsOur total rewards offering varies by country but often includes bonuses; commissions; healthcare; insurance benefits; retirement programs; stock based plans; paid time off plans; family and parenting leaves; tuition reimbursement; wellness programs; onsite fitness centers and cafeterias; discount purchase programs; and service and performance awards - not to mention various social and recreational activities.Know someone at Stryker?Be sure to have them submit you as a referral prior to applying for this position. Learn more about our employee referral program at