Edwards Lifesciences Careers

Assoc Analyst, Finance

• type Full time
• Location Switzerland, Nyon
• Job reference Req-36818
• Posted for 2 Days

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Provide guidance using solid application of sound financial business practices for business unit decision making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Month-End Close – Assist team in cost center finances including journal entries, review financial measures, provide guidance and advice regarding cost center performance, and develop BU specific reports (e.g., commission support, customer rebates)

• Business Reporting and Analysis – Assess report data (e.g., month-end matrix report, quarter-end year-over-year sequence reporting, headcount reporting, trend analysis, planned and forecast variance analysis, etc.) to identify opportunities for course correction/course alignment, writing justification for variances

• Planning –Advise key stakeholders (e.g., Cost Center managers, Sales directors) to generate solutions to obtaining necessary resources within budgetary constraints, including identifying opportunities and mitigating risks.

• Special Projects – Provide basic ad hoc reporting and analysis.

• Compliance – Assist team in ensuring Edwards compliance by applying knowledge of applicable regulations (e.g., Sunshine Act, SOX, GAAP financials, SEC, IRS)

• Other Incidental duties

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in in Finance or Accounting, 1 Year years experience previous related experience Required

Additional Skills:

• Good computer skills in MS Office Suite, including intermediate Excel and PowerPoint

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English and local language

• Good interpersonal relationship skills

• Good problem-solving and critical thinking skills

• Basic knowledge and understanding of Edwards policies, procedures, and guidelines relevant to financial planning and month-end processes

• Basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Basic understanding of multi-relational impact of the Balance Sheet, P&L, and Cash Flow Statement and how journal entries affect each statement

• Basic knowledge of financial concepts and principles

• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion

• Strict attention to detail

• Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels

• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work in a team environment, including immediate supervisor and other team members in the section or group

• Ability to build stable working internal/external relationships

• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control