Job Description

Our Finance team brings together our financial perspectives into our overall strategic and tactical decision making. We use state-of-the-art techniques for financial analysis, planning, accounting, reporting and performance evaluation. This allows the organization to continue advancing medical innovation and improve lives.

For our team in Prague, we are looking for an AtR Statutory Legal Entity analyst (m/f/d), full-time) and permanent. This is a hybrid role with many opportunities to grow and develop.

Position Responsibilities:

Active participation in preparation of annual financial statement reports, working alongside with local finance teamCompile local audit requirements in preparation of financial statementsPartnering with local finance in addressing any issues or concern with the statutory reporting toolGuidance and training to local finance and BSC team members, eventually also external auditors in the newly implemented toolSupport local finance in transitioning from traditional approach preparing local statutory report to global toolReview and upload Trial balance and latest chart of accounts plus ad hoc adjustment when neededProvide support across General Ledger and other AtR sub-process activitiesUpdate footnotes and disclosure notes explaining the insights of financial statements reportedEnsure that all transactions are correctly reflected in the ledger on a country basisMaintain the statutory reporting tool and act as point of contact with support for eventual queries

Your profile:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance3 years experience in a finance or accounting department of a multinational company including demonstrated experience in dealing with ex-US accountingExcellent communication skills in English (speaking and writing)Experience with statutory accounting is a great advantageExperience with IFRS is desiredExperience with US GAAP is desiredAbility to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timelinessStrong communication, interpersonal, and organization skillsSAP experience is nice to haveExcellent knowledge of MS OfficeDemonstrated commitment to education and professional development Ability to operate independently and remain focused through change or uncertaintyAdvanced problem solving and analytical skills with a proactive management style to implement new processesYou work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, under pressure and with a high degree of professionalismTeam player with focus on collaboration

Our Support Functions deliver services and make recommendations about ways to enhance our workplace and the culture of our organization. Our Support Functions include HR, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Procurement, Administration, Facilities and Security.

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

NA

Job Posting End Date:

02/14/2025

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Requisition ID:R320923