Senior Financial Accountant

at  Boston Scientific Corporation

OUR MISSION:

At Boston Scientific Galway, we are dedicated to transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve the health of patients around the world.
We work collaboratively to solve healthcare’s toughest problems by developing solutions that matter most to those suffering from debilitating and life-threatening conditions and to the healthcare professionals who provide their care.
We are seeking a Senior Financial Accountant on a permanent basis to join us on our mission. This position report to the Senior Finance Manager.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• ACA/ACCA qualified with 3+ years’ post qualification experience & proven technical expertise in US GAAP and Irish GAAP (FRS 102) and also the preparation of Irish GAAP (FRS 102) statutory financial statements.
• Level 8 Honors Bachelor’s Degree (240 credit) in Finance, Business or relavant area.
• Advanced excel skills with a willingness to continue to advance their skills in this area.
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills required.
• Role would suit experienced financial accountant with strong controls mindset, analytical skills and a proven track record of identifying and implementing process improvements.
  At Boston Scientific, we recognise that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative. It is essential in advancing science for life and improving patient health. We stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Boston Scientific is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with a disability. Should you require a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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JOB PURPOSE

Ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements and audit/controls.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Completion of statutory financial statements for a number of Irish incorporated entities. Liaise with external auditors and corporate groups to ensure timelines are met. Effectively research, assess and conclude upon the impact of GAAP changes for these entities.
• Development, documentation and testing of internal controls to ensure appropriate mitigation of identified process risks. Contribute to the successful completion of the annual SOX 404 program by taking ownership for the timely and effective documentation of process narratives, test plans and the performance of testing for assigned cycles.
• Monthly US GAAP financial reporting, income statement and balance sheet preparation, related financial analysis and balance sheet reconciliations for a number of entities.
• Contribute to the completion of annual statutory tax returns and other Irish Revenue filings.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors as part of their US GAAP, statutory and SOX controls audits.
• Completion of other external statutory reporting requirements, including VIES, Intrastat and CSO reporting.
• Other – daily cashflow forecasting, periodic review of activities performed by our shared services centres.
• To build a continuous improvement mindset and strong attention to detail into all aspects of the role.