Sr Finance Analyst

Zimmer Biomet; Shannon; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Zimmer Biomet in Shannon, Ireland, is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst for the manufacturing site. You will provide monthly analysis comparing actuals to budget and projections, and deliver reports on key financial data to support management decisions.

You will drive cost control, support projects and productivity initiatives, prepare Opex and Capex for budgets, ensure processes and internal controls, and lead finance transformations while seeking continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in management/cost accounting in manufacturing.
• Experience with standard costing and inventory transactions.
• Ability to drive cost control and business performance.
• Strong analytical and detail-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide monthly actual vs budget and projection analyses.
• Prepare reports of key financial data for management.
• Make recommendations to drive business performance and cost focus.
• Support capital and operating expenditures budgeting and projections.
• Ensure internal controls and timely financial processes.
• Lead finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Recognised Accountancy qualification

Tools

JD Edwards

Hyperion

Job description

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

• Senior Finance Analyst for Manufacturing Site in Shannon.
• Provide support to the management team via providing a monthly analysis of actual – v – budget & projected spend and other reports of key financial data.
• Make recommendations to management to drive business performance and ensure focus is to continually control the cost base of the facilities.
• Provide financial and analytical support to business partners for key projects or productivity/cost savings initiatives.
• Preparation of Opex & Capex for Budgets and Projections.
• Ensure key business and financial processes (eg Inventory, Capital, GL etc) are implemented in an efficient and timely manner.
• Ensure all corporate and project timelines are met.
• Ensure Capital Investment is monitored and accurately recorded.
• Review of Month End accounts & Balance Sheet Reconciliations for area of responsibility. Ensure accuracy of the General Ledger and other financial data.
• Ensure compliance with corporate/local policies and control procedures. Implement & maintain strong internal controls within the plants to ensure excellent audit results – Internal, External & Sox.
• Lead key finance projects including transformation, process and system upgrades and other business requirements.
• Actively seek to implement continuous improvement in area of responsibility.
• Other accounting duties as and when needed.

How You'll Create Impact

• Highly motivated, self starter willing to meet strict deadlines and time constraints.
• Able to work with minimal supervision, while maintaining the balance of keeping the Finance Assoc. Director informed on relevant issues.
• Results and performance driven.
• Must demonstrate ability to work well in a dynamic, global organization environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, enthusiastic attitude to work and committed to continuous process improvement.
• Ability to clearly and concisely communicate financial matters to business partners.
• Demonstrates characteristics of high potential for future developmental opportunities.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Recognised Accountancy qualification.
• 5+ years PQE in management/cost accounting, in a manufacturing environment essential (preferably a US multinational)
• Working at similar level in an organization.
• Excellent working knowledge of standard costing and inventory transactions.
• High degree of computer literacy.
• Experience of working with integrated business systems (preferably JD Edwards).
• Experience working with Hyperion would be advantageous.

Travel Expectations

• Up to 10%

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability