Accounting Continuous Improvement Manager

Dräger; Telford (PA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounting Continuous Improvement Manager to join their dynamic team in Telford, PA. This hybrid role focuses on optimizing SAP environments and driving Six Sigma initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to streamline processes and ensure data integrity in financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong finance background, proven experience in process improvement, and a passion for fostering a culture of continuous innovation. Join this forward-thinking company and make a real impact in the medical device industry!

Benefits

Onsite fitness center

Walking trails

Self-service café

State-of-the-art Design Center

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting.
• Proficiency in SAP with a focus on process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate finance processes and identify inefficiencies.
• Lead Six Sigma initiatives to improve operational efficiency.

Skills

SAP Optimization

Six Sigma

Data Analysis

Process Improvement

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Join to apply for the Accounting Continuous Improvement Manager role at Dräger

We are hiring! If you want your contributions to make a real difference, explore this exciting career opportunity with Draeger, guided by the principle “Technology for Life”.

Position Overview: The Accounting Continuous Improvement Manager is a hybrid role based in our Telford, PA office. The successful candidate will have a strong finance background to lead the optimization of our multi-platform SAP environment and related systems and processes. The role involves driving Six Sigma initiatives to streamline operations, reduce manual workarounds, and develop efficient, data-driven processes. Collaboration across finance, operations, IT, and other stakeholders is essential to ensure alignment, reduce redundancies, and enhance the accuracy and timeliness of financial data and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Process Analysis & Redesign: Evaluate current finance processes, data flows, and system integrations within multiple SAP platforms. Identify bottlenecks, redundancies, and manual workarounds; create standardized procedures to eliminate inefficiencies.
2. Six Sigma & Continuous Improvement: Apply Six Sigma or similar methodologies to design, measure, analyze, and improve processes. Lead cross-functional Kaizen events and workshops to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
3. SAP Optimization: Collaborate with IT and functional teams to harmonize SAP configurations, modules, and interfaces. Recommend and implement best practices for data governance, system integrations, and end-user training.
4. Data Stewardship & Governance: Establish clear ownership of data sources and processes, ensuring accurate and consistent financial reporting. Implement controls to maintain high data integrity and compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, ISO).
5. Project & Stakeholder Management: Plan, prioritize, and execute improvement initiatives with measurable goals. Communicate progress to leadership and stakeholders, managing risks and resolving issues proactively.
6. Change Management & Training: Develop training materials to support new processes and systems, ensuring effective adoption. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related process improvement field
• 5-8 years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment (medical device industry experience is a plus)
• Proficiency in SAP (multiple modules/platforms) with a track record of process automation and optimization
• Strong analytical skills and advanced knowledge of Excel or data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent experience leading data-driven process improvements
• Familiarity with Lean principles, Kaizen events, or other continuous improvement methodologies

Workplace & Benefits:

This role is based at our Telford, PA facility, which offers walking trails, an onsite fitness center with classes, a self-service café, and a state-of-the-art Design Center. Telford is our US manufacturing site for Neonatal and Safety products, and the key location for US functions including Medical Sales, Marketing, Legal, Compliance, Regulatory, Quality, and Finance.

About Draeger:

With multiple sites across North America, Draeger’s headquarters is in Telford, PA. We also operate in Andover, MA, Houston, TX, and Mississauga, Ontario. Our Telford location supports neonatal products and safety products, serving global customers and US functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Draeger is committed to diversity and inclusion. To learn more, visit: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

Please apply directly through our career portal. We look forward to your application!

Contact:

Michelle Gerardi
Email: [e-mail]