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General Ledger Accountant

Finance Shared Service Centre, EMEA

C. R. Bard, Inc. (NYSE: BCR) is a leading multinational developer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative, life-enhancing medical technologies in the fields of vascular, urology, oncology and surgical specialty products, employing close to 14,000 people around the world. Founded more than 100 years ago, we pioneered many devices that are now the cornerstones of modern healthcare.

We expect the highest levels of quality, integrity, service, and innovation from our employees – on the job and in the communities in which we work and live. In return, we foster an environment where individuals are treated with fairness and respect, and feel valued, acknowledged and rewarded.

MISSION

To advance lives and the delivery of Healthcare by profitably developing, manufacturing and marketing value-driven products which meet the quality, integrity, service, and innovation expectations of our customers and patients while providing opportunities for our employees. As a result, we will optimize shareholder value and be a respected worldwide healthcare company.

PEOPLE DEAL

Advancing Lives and the Delivery of Health Care. ™

As an ambitious, entrepreneurial and growing business, Bard EMEA Finance Service Center is the natural home for driven, ethical and accountable people that want to get noticed, make things happen and enjoy the rewards they truly deserve. Our people are independent and critical thinkers that thrive on the challenge of delivering sustainable growth and live by our values. At Bard EMEA FSC, your commitment and hunger for results will enable you to achieve more, grow more and be more. The center is comprised of a high performing team responsible for the timely delivery of standardized financial processes on behalf of our Client’s Finance and their business partners within the Commercial and Manufacturing operations. As part of the inaugural team in Warsaw, this is an exciting opportunity for an individual who can help to shape the future of the company’s Polish operations as well as enhance their own career.

OUR PROMISES TO YOU

At Bard EMEA FSC we want you to be entrepreneurial, enterprising & accountable – you’re trusted to run your own area and create your own solutions. We have a direct link between results and reward - great achievements merit great rewards. Expect a fast pace, change and growth - you’ll be busy, challenged and never bored! You can make a real impact and get noticed, we have a flat structure and accessible senior management.

SUMMARY OF POSITION WITH GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The EMEA Finance Shared Services Center (FSC) for the EMEA Region is responsible for the timely delivery of standardized financial processes on behalf of Bard Finance and their business partners within the Commercial and Manufacturing operations.

The team performs certain accounts payable, general accounting, and other related activities from the regionally centralized location.

The General Ledger Accountant will be responsible for supporting the General Ledger (GL) Lead in conducting key general accounting activities such as Month End and Quarter End close, Intercompany, Fixed Assets, Financial Reporting, Account Reconciliations and General Ledger for the EMEA region. The objective of this role is to enable Finance SSC to meet their business objectives by providing quality general accounting analysis and overall business support for the Center Leadership and local division / country colleagues.

ROLE

Main Responsibilities:

·  Support the General Ledger Manager to ensure all deliverables are successfully achieved including operational performance and adherence to compliance requirements

·  Serve as an independent contributor for a component of the General Ledger function inclusive of Intercompany, Fixed Assets, Reconciliations, Month End and Quarter End Close, Statutory & Financial Reporting, and GAAP General Ledger reporting

·  Assist General Ledger Manager as needed; participate in or lead special projects that require creative and analytical skills

·  Understand the functionality, interfaces, and interdependencies of Bard’s financial processes and systems; ensure the existence of adequate internal controls where necessary

·  Help drive the GAAP reporting process through to timely & accurate submission

·  Provide insight to management on business performance through metrics within GL processes

·  Monitor and control activities related to GL processing system(s) to assure correct accounting reporting and system controls

·  Prepare reports of findings and recommendations to Finance SSC leadership

·  Monitor the execution of period end financial close activities and meet all related deadlines

·  Prepare monthly journal entries as needed and serve as a SME to other GL colleagues

·  Participate in quarterly Balance Sheet review meetings with sites

·  Handle accounting policy and procedure inquiries and ad hoc reporting and analysis requests; provide periodic customer / center training

·  Ensure customer needs and relationships are fulfilled and enhanced through proactive involvement and interaction

·  Develop and assist in automating processes utilizing innovative technical and processing solutions

·  Maintain complete and accurate standard operating procedures and support control documentation requirements (SOX) where required

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Technical / Experience:

·  BS Degree or equivalent in Accounting is required

·  Minimum 3 years’ experience in Accounting

·  Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with diverse groups and individuals

·  Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative

·  Strong verbal and written communication skills

·  Proficiency in PC skills (MS Excel, Word, Powerpoint) required

·  Experience with JDE and HFM preferred

·  Fluency in English is a must / French /German/Spanish / Dutch is essential

PROFILE

Results Orientation

Passion to win, is a self starter and has a sense of urgency to achieve results. Competitive and works hard to exceed targets. Ability to work under pressure in very dynamics enviroment. Persistent even after setbacks and learns from mistakes.

Empathy

Listens to customers (internal and external) to find out their needs and objections.

Trust and Respect

Operates with integrity, openness, honesty and ethics to build long term relationships with customers (internal or external). Positive attitude and a team player.

Planning and Accountability

Creates plans to achieve targets. Sees objectives through to the end and delivers against plans. Delivers on commitments.

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Job Role: / GL Accountant
Geographical Remit: / Poland
Reports To: / GL Accounting Manager SSC
Reviewed By: / Human Resources