Country Accountant - RTR

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. Convatec’s 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

The main purpose of the role is to act as an independent accounting expert, ensuring the delivery of all accounting and reporting processes in scope. The person is fully responsible for the completeness of books and for the timely and correct reporting of accounting figures for the assigned entity(ies).

Key Responsibilities

• Perform accounting and reporting tasks (incl. audit) in line with defined processes, standard operating procedures, and work instructions; update process documentation as required

• Execute period-end tasks for assigned entity(ies), perform reconciliation and clearing of accounts, report actuals in the reporting system in a timely manner, and meet quality targets

• Secure compliance according to internal procedures and legislation, support the Senior Country Accountant in the preparation of the financial statements and tax reporting obligations

• Escalate issues and concerns to the RTR Team Lead and propose remediating actions

• Proactively assist the RTR Team Lead to identify any areas of improvement to help maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the processes, and 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 relationships with stakeholders

• Actively support GL associates

Key Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years of overall combined accounting and finance 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 the 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

• English is a required language

Qualifications/Education

• Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting

• Additional accounting certification is a plus

Dimensions

Company information

Convatec Group – supporting 1-2 entities/global processes

Principle Contacts

Internal - GBS teams, Controllers, Finance business partners, Global Tax and Transfer pricing specialists, Corporate and market commercial teams

External – Auditors, external providers

Travel Requirements

Position may involve travel up to 5% of the time, mostly within the region. Most trips will include overnight travel.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid working – 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 a collaborative spirit across the organization at all levels

• Inspiring purpose is the driver of everything we do

Local workplace laws and statutes apply.

Special Factors

Occasional requirement to work on bank holidays as per the Group Reporting Calendar.

At Convatec, we're pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch. If you're ready to make a real impact, apply today and help us bring our Forever Caring promise to life.

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