Financial Accountant

Job title:

Financial Accountant

Company

Merit Medical Systems

Job description

Why Merit?At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.SUMMARY OF DUTIES The Galway finance function is a shared services group for the Merit EMEA divisions. This involves all of the Accounting related activities for 26 entities with new markets continually coming on line. The successful candidate will support our EMEA Commercial division. This position would suit an ambitious, enthusiastic and driven individual who is motivated to develop and grow within the organisation.Duties/Responsibilities

• Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end accounting close for a number of European Entities.
• Prepares journal entries and account reconciliations for bank, fixed assets, payroll, accruals etc.
• Prepare payroll and reconcile on a monthly basis for European employees.
• Prepare VAT returns and intrastate returns for European Sales Entities.
• Liaise with European Accounting firms on tax issues and statutory reporting.
• Advise and assist European Regional Director in any finance related issues or needs.
• Ability to prepare and analyse data and create reports for management.
• Ensures accurate and timely compilation of accounting information, analysis and reporting.
• Provide support for internal and external audits.
• Proposal and development of continuous improvements using lean tools to existing processes and procedures where appropriate.
• Ensure SOX 404 compliance for functional area of responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and provide input for KPIs.
• Responsible for ensuring accounting files and archives are maintained.
• Assist in special financial analysis reporting and projects, as required.
• Performs a variety of other related accounting tasks, as required.

Education/ Qualification

• Education and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• Qualified Accountant.
• A broad knowledge of accounting and financial control principles and their business applications.
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail in performing accounting tasks.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent Excel reporting skills and ability to analyse a high volume of data.
• Excellent computer and analytical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Previous experience of working in a Finance Shared Service environment is advantageous.
• Knowledge and experience of Oracle & Hyperion financials highly desirable but not essential.

#IJAKey BenefitsAttractive Salary packageDefined Contribution Pension PlanHealth Insurance CoverLife assurance+ Health & Wellbeing Events Calendar
+ Excellent career progression opportunities
+ Recognition scheme
+ Free Parking
+ Educational assistance
+ Internal training courses
+ Quality Subsidised Canteens & Barista Service
+ Active Sports and Social ClubWe are GlobalMerit Medical Galway commenced with 22 employees in 1993. Since then Merit has enjoyed year on year revenue growth and developed its workforce to over 900 employees. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Merit maintains a diverse, multi-campus manufacturing footprint in Europe, North America, South America, Asia and Australia with a global distribution.Medtech Company of the Year WinnerMerit Medical Galway are proud winners of the Medtech Company of the Year Award, a prestigious award recognizing those who are exceling in the MedTech industry.People DevelopmentAt Merit Medical Galway almost 60% of all roles are filled by internal employees! We focus on encouraging, believing in and providing a platform for you to progress your career!CultureA supportive and collaborative environment make Merit Medical a friendly, enjoyable place to work. We are proud of our energetic and dynamic culture. Diversity & Inclusion is evident here with an 50/50 ratio of male and female employees as well as 30 nationalities onsite! We value every employee as an individual.To see more on our culture, go to .

Expected salary

Location

Galway

Job date

Sun, 26 May 2024 06:25:34 GMT

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