At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.  

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talent team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards.  We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered and recognised.

What You Can Expect

This is a central role in EMEA IC COE Team that will oversee, manage, and execute a variety of intercompany activities. The individual in this role will own activities ranging from preparing and executing IC GBS and BPO recharges and accruals, IC balance sheet account reconciliation to IC month-end-close tasks and of IC out-of-balances resolution. EMEA IC Sr Specialist will have a deep understanding of intercompany processes and possess strong problem-solving skills. The individual in this role will be in contact with Country Controllers, Corporate Accounting Team, Tax and Treasury, BPO provider and other GBS IC COE Teams.

How You'll Create Impact Responsible for Intercompany Period End Close for EMEA entities in scope: Intercompany Reconciliation: reconcile intercompany GL account balances between various entities to ensure that transactions are properly recorded and eliminate any discrepancies. This involves comparing transactions recorded by different entities and resolving any differences or inconsistencies.Prepare Intercompany Recharges for GBS and BPO Services.Prepare monthly allocation charges and share the information with the Controllers and respective countries.Prepare monthly reconciliation of those recharges and present during the month end close.Coordinate cost allocation and recharges of monthly GBS and BPO costs. Create Invoices. Prepare accruals if required.  Control and Compliance: Execute requirements for SOX controls and compliance reporting, and manages review process. Ensure all intercompany activities adhere to company policies and financial regulations, maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.Oversee the work of BPO IC COE Team responsible for EMEA Entities in scope.Ensure GBS & BPO Interco RTR process are incorporated and followed, updated and monitored for maximum efficiency. Oversee and coordinate the TP adjustment process performed by BPO Provider.Support Internal and External Audit & Tax support Maintain required documentation (Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Desktop Procedures, and Training Records).Execute process improvements

Perform other operational tasks assigned by Supervisor;

What Makes You Stand Out

Technical Skills

Advanced MS Excel skillsSAP ERPBlacklineOracle HFM/HyperionIntercompany AccountingFinancial ReportingRecord-to-Report Functions

 

Soft Skills

Very strong analytical skills and strong understanding of accounting principles. Solid understanding of Intercompany processes (RTR/PTP/ITC).Strong forward and process thinking skills and good understanding of system functionalities.Strong Communication skills (oral and written).Exhibits a high level of attention to details.Highly motivated, self-starter willing to deliver results and meet strict deadlines. Positive attitude, proactive and flexible. Good organization skills and problem-solving skills.Good interpersonal and collaboration skills.Ability to deal with competing priorities and projects and work under time pressure.Very strong skills with Microsoft products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), particularly Excel requiredYour Background Minimum of 7-10 years of experience required in finance or accounting (including 2-3 years in intercompany).

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability