Job Responsibilities :
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS).
- Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.
- Maintain the general ledger and ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Reconcile bank accounts, fixed assets, inventory, intercompany transactions, and balance sheet accounts.
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management activities.
- Monitor inventory accounting, including costing, inventory valuation, obsolescence reserves, and cycle count reconciliations.
- Ensure accurate accounting for manufacturing operations, including standard costing, production variances, and cost of goods sold (COGS).
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning by preparing reports and variance analyses.
- Ensure compliance with tax regulations, statutory reporting requirements, and internal accounting policies.
- Assist with external and internal audits by preparing schedules, supporting documentation, and responding to audit inquiries.
- Maintain and improve internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Support compliance with quality and regulatory standards applicable to the medical device industry (such as FDA and ISO requirements) where they affect financial documentation and controls.
- Prepare and file indirect tax returns (VAT/GST/Sales Tax) and assist with corporate tax reporting.
- Analyze financial data and provide recommendations to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
- Collaborate with procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, quality assurance, and commercial teams to resolve accounting and financial issues.
- Monitor capital expenditures and maintain the fixed asset register, including depreciation calculations.
- Assist in ERP system implementation, upgrades, and process improvements.
- Develop and document accounting policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Mentor junior accounting staff and review their work for accuracy and compliance.
- Prepare management reports, KPIs, and ad hoc financial analyses for senior leadership.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and confidentiality requirements.
Key Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA, CMA, ACCA, or CA preferred).
- 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or the medical devices industry.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS, inventory accounting, cost accounting, and financial reporting.
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or NetSuite.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
- Experience supporting audits and maintaining strong internal controls.
This set of responsibilities is appropriate for a senior accountant in a medical device manufacturing or distribution company and can be tailored for a job description, resume, or performance evaluation.