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Edwards Lifesciences Senior Analyst, Accounting in Prague, Czech Republic
Imagine how your ideas and expertise can change a patient’s life. Patients are at the heart of what we do at Edwards Lifesciences. Our Finance teams work hard to optimize our current and long-term success and enable our ongoing strategy of innovation, leadership, and focus. As part of the team, whether providing analysis, forecasting, or reporting financial information, your application of accurate financial business practices will play a fundamental role in how we impact the quality of life for patients all over the world.
How you’ll make an impact:
GL accounting, statutory filing, internal controls
Support accounting activities for EEMEA legal entities (document and maintain complete and accurate supporting information for all financial transaction)
Maintain the general ledger for posting of monthly entries such as OPEX accruals, depreciation, prepaid expenses, import salaries files, etc.
Ensure monthly balance sheet reconciliations are prepared in an accurate manner
Ensure inter-company accounts, balance with each other
Support necessary internal accounting controls and procedures are in place to safeguard the assets of the company
Monitor and assess compliance with internal controls, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP), Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) and Edwards Financial Policies and Procedures for all entities and operations.
Perform Statutory annual audit for the entities.
Accounts receivable
Process customer receipt payments on JDE
Maintenance of customers’ accounts in JDE and Cash Collection
AR monthly reconciliation
Inventory
- In co-ordination with Operations Supervisor RSA, ensure that inventory accounting is performed on accurate and timely basis for statutory and management reporting both, and all inventory provisions are maintained at appropriate levels in line with accounting policies and procedures
Accounts payable
- Submit invoices in Coupa, create receipts and purchase orders
Other incidental duties
Support the implementation of new tools and processes
Support the implementation of Edwards internal financial and accounting policies and procedures
Communication with banks, customers and suppliers as well as other colleagues within Edwards
What you'll need (Required):
Bachelor’s degree & 3+ years of work experince in the field of finance/accounting
Proficiency in English
What else we look for (Preferred):
Knowledge of MS Office, accounting/ERP systems (e.g. JD Edwards, SAP etc.)
Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Ability to work following external and internal SOPs and standards
Proactive approach in daily tasks and communication across region
Effective communication skills and awareness of cultural differences
Experience in finance/accounting in a multi-national environment
Good analytical skills and result orientation
What is it like to work at Edwards Lifesciences in the Czech Republic?
As a global leader in patient-focused medical innovations, we offer rewarding opportunities and exciting challenges in a truly international, dynamic and friendly work environment.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can grow, personally and professionally. To achieve this, we offer on-the-job development, training opportunities and the support and guidance provided by dedicated employee groups (the Edwards Network of Women, Edwards Foundation charity team, sustainability activities, and others).
Edwards Lifesciences in the Czech Republic also offers the following benefits:
Competitive Compensation and Benefits package
Flexible working hours, home office possibility
Pension Plan Risk Life Insurance
Virtual Medical Clinic (online access to healthcare)
Meal Benefits
Service Awards
Enhanced Sick Leave Benefits
Flexible Benefit Plan (Cafeteria)
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Employee Assistance Program
Comprehensive Wellness Program including onsite gym, Yoga, Pilates or SM System classes, massages, fresh fruit in the office, healthy lifestyle workshops, educational events, charity activities and much more.
Benefits are regulated by an internal policy which contains the full details regarding the entitlement and conditions for the benefits. Benefits policy and components may vary by location.
Edwards Lifesciences is the global leader in patient-focused medical innovations for structural heart disease, as well as critical care and surgical monitoring. Driven by a passion to help patients, the company collaborates with the world's leading clinicians and researchers to address unmet healthcare needs, working to improve patient outcomes and enhance lives. Headquartered in Irvine, California, Edwards Lifesciences has extensive operations in North America, Europe, Japan, Latin America and Asia and currently employs over 15,000 individuals worldwide.
For us, helping patients is not a slogan - it's our life's work. From developing devices that replace or repair a diseased heart valve to creating new technologies that monitor vital signs in the critical care setting, we focus on helping patients regain and improve the quality of their life.