Sr. Financial Analyst - SEC Reporting

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. 

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. 

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission. 

Your Role at Baxter:

The Sr. Financial Analyst - SEC Reporting will interface with a broad spectrum of Finance and non-Finance personnel globally – both in the businesses and across Corporate functions such as Investor Relations, Treasury, Tax, Stockholder Services and Legal. This role provides excellent top-level exposure to the financial performance of Baxter and each of its businesses as well as development in U.S. GAAP and SEC rules. 

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. 
• 3 plus years of relevant SEC reporting work experience. 
• Key experiences in one or more of the following: 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 minimum of 3 days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission.

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.

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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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Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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