About Convatec
Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch: Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in Advanced Wound Care, Ostomy Care, Continence Care, and Infusion Care. With more than 10,000 colleagues, we provide our products and services in around 90 countries, united by a promise to be forever caring. Our solutions provide a range of benefits, from infection prevention and protection of at-risk skin, to improved patient outcomes and reduced care costs. Convatecâs revenues in 2024 were over $2 billion. The company is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index (LSE:CTEC). To learn more please visit http://www.convatecgroup.com
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This role serves as an independent accounting expert, responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of all accounting and reporting activities within scope. The position holds full accountability for the completeness of financial records and for the correct, timely reporting of accounting figures for the assigned legal entity or entities.
Key Responsibilities
Perform accounting and reporting tasks (incl. audit) in line with defined processes, standard operating procedures and work instructions, update process documentations as required
Execute period end tasks for assigned entity(ies), perform reconciliation and clearing of accounts, report actuals in reporting system on timely manner and meeting quality targets
Secure compliance according to internal procedures and legislation, support Senior Country Accountant in the preparation of the financial statements and tax reporting obligations
Escalate issues and concerns to RTR Team Lead and propose remediating actions
Proactively assist RTR Team Lead to identify any areas of improvement to help maximizing the efficiency and effectiveness of the processes, lead the implementation of improvement initiatives of medium level of complexity
Support cross process and cross function cooperation required to achieve overall goals for GBS
Drive the resolution of queries raised by employees, managers, finance partners & other internal and external stakeholders, build good relationship with stakeholders
Actively support GL associates
Skills & Experience:
Experience in working with IFRS and local standards
Experience in Tax (Direct and Indirect) accounting and compliance is an advantage
Knowledge of Technology: MS Office, SAP is an advantage
Strong communication skills
Mature attitude towards challenges and problem solving - being able to work with limited guidance and able to determine information needed to resolve issues, manage pressure effectively and cope well with setbacks
Taking ownership of assigned responsibilities, including self-study/research needed to execute the same
Being able to work to tight deadlines and changing priorities
Continuous improvement mindset
Team player
Qualifications/Education
Masterâs degree in Finance/Accounting
Additional accounting certification is a plus
Languages
English and Portuguese
Working Conditions
Hybrid working â 1 day per week in the office driven by business requirements as Convatec has a flexible approach to office working
Competitive remuneration package
Modern office in the city centre
International exposure and opportunity to learn from accounting experts
High performance through teamwork, with collaborative spirit across the organization at all levels
Inspiring purpose being the driver of everything we do
Special Factors
Occasional requirement to work on bank holidays as per Group Reporting Calendar
Our ambitions will bring the very best out in you. Youâll be pushed to
aim higher and really own your work. Youâll be encouraged and
supported to make things happen, too. It can be challenging. But, as
the progress you make will help improve the lives of millions, itâll be
worth it.
This is stepping up to a challenge.
This is work thatâll move you.
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Equal opportunities
Convatec provides equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, genetic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.
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