Senior Analyst, SEC Reporting & Technical Accounting

Baxter International; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid holidays and PTO 20–35 days

Job summary

Baxter International is seeking a detail-oriented SEC reporting professional to prepare and review financial statements for Form 10-K/10-Q, footnotes, and MD&A, ensuring accuracy and compliance with filing requirements.

You will liaise with Investor Relations, prepare Form 8-Ks, and support quarterly earnings releases while monitoring GAAP and SEC developments and assisting with SOX compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Accounting; CPA preferred.
• Strong technical, research, and analytical skills; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial reports for Forms 10-K and 10-Q, including GAAP statements and footnotes.
• Ensure accuracy of SEC filings and investor materials by tying to source documents.
• Prepare Form 8-K and other SEC filings as needed throughout the year.
• Conduct financial analysis and support Investor Relations for quarterly earnings releases.
• Account for pensions, restructuring, and stock-based compensation.
• Perform month-end close activities and journal entries.
• Support external audit activities (quarterly and annual).
• Monitor GAAP and SEC developments and implement new standards.
• Assist in accounting for business combinations, divestitures, and investments.
• Contribute to SOX compliance and drive process improvements.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting

Master’s in Accounting

CPA

Tools

Workiva

Job description

What You'll be Doing

Work with team to prepare financial reports on Forms 10-K and 10-Q, including U.S. GAAP financial statements, Management Discussion and Analysis, footnote disclosures and other SEC reporting requirements in accordance with filing requirements, utilizing the Workiva platform.

Ensure accuracy of information presented in SEC filings and Investor Presentations by performing detailed tie-outs to source documents.

Work with the team to prepare Form 8-K and any other required SEC filings throughout the year.

Perform financial analysis and provide support to Investor Relations in preparation of quarterly earnings releases and other investor presentations.

Account for various technical accounting areas which may include pensions, restructuring, and stock-based compensation.

Perform month-end close activities such as preparation and/or review of journal entries and reports.

Support the external audit, including quarterly and annual financial statement audit.

Monitor GAAP and SEC developments and assist in the implementation of new accounting and disclosure standards.

Support accounting for business development activities such as business combinations, divestitures, joint ventures and investments.

Participate in the effort to maintain Baxter’s SOX compliance.

Identify and implement process improvements.

What You'll Bring

Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Accounting. CPA preferred. 2 plus years of relevant SEC reporting work experience. Key experiences in one or more of the following preferred: stock compensation accounting, pension accounting and financial reporting. Ability to work a flexible schedule during key business deadlines. Strong technical, research, and analytical skills. Close attention to detail, quality, and control. Demonstrated ability to achieve results in an efficient and timely manner. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, organizing, prioritizing and communicating effectively. Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills. Strong Excel skills.

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $80,000 to $110,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.

For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Our Mission and Values

No matter your role at Baxter, your talent, skills, and time has a direct impact on people's lives. Since 1931, we have been at the forefront of innovation by bringing smarter, more personalized care to patients around the world. Now, we\'re more determined than ever to make a lasting impact as we are redefining healthcare delivery across the care journey. Our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives motivates us as we create a culture in which each of us can succeed. This is where you belong.