At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds. 

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talented team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards.  We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels inspired, invested, cared for, valued, and have a strong sense of belonging.

What You Can Expect

Controllership Organization focuses on technical finance accounting matters and internal controls and compliance, applies best practices within EMEA environment, drives alignment among business units to integrate governance and business practices across the enterprise. As part of Controllership organization, the Country Controller will be based in local country to drive alignment between business finance and GBS and ensuring compliance to Zimmer Biomet policies and procedures. The role includes responsibility for Zimmer Romania.
The Country Controller will be responsible for maintenance of internal controls within the local organization, update of polices, timely and accurate reporting of finance metrics, drive statutory & tax compliance and provide support in audit process and audit remediation issues.
 

How You'll Create Impact    Oversees local statutory and regulatory compliance for the entities in scope, including:

o    Statutory audits & filing of local statutory reports 
o    Tax filing 
o    Regulatory compliance

   Maintain local accounting records (if required by laws)   Manage period end close process, working with GBS & BPO/SSC. Communicates clearly in English with all stakeholders, specifically with GBS tower leads and EMEA Controller.   Coordinates vendor, customer and collection information   Coordinates with Treasury and Tax for local treasury/banking requirements, tax reporting, TP, custom audits, etc.   Serves as local accounting point of contact for in-country business finance professionals and other functional teams (e.g. Tax, Treasury, Marketing, Med Ed, etc.)    Supports EM Controller and provides data necessary for deep dive reviews, actively participates in meetings with Business leaders, with specific focus on accounting framework. Provides high quality PPT presentations with relevant data in English and is able to present in English to Senior Management.   Drives projects and develop tools to support Statutory compliance, account filings, VAT and Income tax matters   Manages and leads the EMEA project on Statutory tool implementation across various legal entities in various jurisdictions – communicates efficiently in English with all Stakeholders and makes recommendations together with underlying project plan and execution.    Work closely with Management to support SOX Controls, Risk assessments and remediation   Support GBS Management with the implementation of process enhancements and performance improvements.  Includes improving the quality and timing of recording transactions and clearing activities, leveraging systems to provide greater visibility of financial information and automating processes to reduce manual effort.  
 What Makes You Stand Out    Very strong analytical skills and strong understanding of accounting principles,    Solid understanding of local Gaap, US GAAP, Revenue recognition standards and Compliance risk processes   Strong forward and process thinking skills and good understanding of system functionalities   Strong Communication skills (oral and written) in English is a must.   Exhibits a high level of attention to details.   Highly motivated, self-starter willing to deliver results and meet strict deadlines    Positive attitude, proactive and flexible.    Good organization skills and problem solving skills.   Good interpersonal and collaboration skills   Ability to deal with competing priorities and projects and work under time pressure   Very strong skills with Microsoft products (Excel, Word, Powerpoint), particularly Excel required   Knowledge of information systems and their application to FinanceYour Background    B.S. in accounting, finance or related field.    Minimum of 7 years of experience required in finance or accounting.   Previous experience working in matrix organizations/ Shared Services/GBS environment an advantage    CPA or equivalent required is a plus.   Must have a working knowledge of US GAAP and other local & regional accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, IASB).   Ability to read, write and speak English & Romanian fluently.   Ability to speak other European languages is a plus.Travel Expectations

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability