“Life Unlimited” At Smith + Nephew. We design and Manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
A Reporting Accountant Specialist will be responsible for problem solving and recommending solutions to the Financial Controller for technical and judgmental transactions to ensure the Business Unit aligns to internal polices & controls and the relevant external accounting and statutory frameworks. Also provide support for statutory and tax compliance activities for the markets they are accountable and ensure that all R2R activities.
What will you be doing?
Ensure that transactions are documented, in compliance with group standards (including the Minimum Acceptable Practices) and, where relevant, Sarbanes Oxley requirements
Responsible for high quality, timely reporting for group and statutory purposes and providing ad-hoc analysis and decision support to the business
Prepare Monthly Financial Statement for the country in compliance with Group Finance Manual / Minimum Acceptable Accounting Practices and where relevant, in Compliance with Sarbanes Oxley Act requirements
Accountable for balance sheet integrity and reconciliations, to safeguard assets and to ensure the optimal use of resources across the business; and to ensure that any ageing of balances is fully investigated and resolved with agreed action plan in place
Responsible for review of various Monthly reports Like Product Profitability report, Budget vs Actual Cost centre analysis report, COGS / OCOGS analysis, GR/IR analysis, inventory schedules, Purchase Price Variance, Bad Debts provision, accruals, prepayments etc.
Responsible for preparation of Budget / quarterly forecasts for assigned legal entity for Group Consolidation on a timely manner.
Responsible for preparation of Monthly Indirect tax report for the assigned country and involve in close co-ordination with Group Indirect Tax Team on timely submission
Ensuring timely performance of assigned SOX / MAP’s controls in Group and Risk Control Tool, handling audit walkthrough’s and comply with Risk and Control Matrix defined by Financial Controls and Compliance Team
Responsible for preparation of Year End Tax Packs / additional Tax Schedules in co-ordination with RAM/AFC / FC for Group Tax Team / Group Finance Team
Handling Internal and External Audit requirement, closely working with Associate Finance Controller / Financial Controller to complete the audit on a timely manner
Senses and responds to changes in the business and to accounting practice to ensure the finance function supports business strategies and remains compliant with local requirements
Identify and prioritize future improvement initiatives – process simplification/automation, standardization & business efficiencies
What will you need to be Successful?
Education: MBA, M.Com, B.Com / Semi qualified CA / CMA
Minimum 6+ years of post-qualified experience, either in global accounting or in industry
Good working knowledge of SAP, HFM Reporting and other BI Tools
Strong technical accounting knowledge & experience in IFRS / US GAAP reporting
Demonstrates experience in analysing financial data, drawing sound conclusions, and developing proposals/solutions.
Must have the ability to assess, react quickly and decisively to problems, taking tough decisions where needed or escalating issues as appropriate.
Experience of working in a large / listed MNC Company
Working knowledge and application of SOX control frameworks.
Relevant industry experience advantageous, ideally in Medical Devices or Pharmaceuticals.
Good to Have: HFM Reporting knowledge, experience of SAP / Hyperion / Cognos and working knowledge and application of SOX Control Frameworks.
Fluency in English - Good verbal, written communication skills.
We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and patients we serve.
Inclusion, Diversity and Equity – committed to welcoming, celebration and thriving on Diversity. Learn more about it on our website : https://www.smith-nephew.com/ .
Other reasons why you will love it here!
Your future: Major medical coverage + Policy exclusions and Insurance non-medical limit.
Education Assistance
Work / Life balance: Flexible Personal / Vacation time off, Privilege leave, Floater leave etc.
Your Wellbeing: Parents / Parents in law’s insurance coverage also available.
Flexibility: Hybrid work model (for most professional roles).
Extra Perks: Free Cab Transport facility for all employees, one time meal provided to all employees as per shifts. Night Shift Allowances.
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