Associate Accountant

Function Finance & Accounting Job Summary The Associate Accountant prepares and focuses on account reconciliations, month close journal entries and performs financial analyses while ensuring internal controls and policies are adhered to. The incumbent will prepare other accounting statements and reports; assists in preparation of management reports; and reviews and verifies the accuracy of journal entries and accounting classifications. Job Responsibilities Prepares monthly journal entries, month-end analyses as well as various exhibits and commentary required for reports issued to management, outside directors and government agencies. Prepares analyses of various account balances and maintains files of supporting workpapers. Assists with special projects, year-end activities and related duties. Prepares written procedures on job responsibilities. Prepares and posts monthly journal entries into the SAP system ensuring timely, accurate and efficient recording and analysis of month-end and year-end transactions. Assists in completing fixed asset transactions and reporting. Participates in audits as required. Internal Controls Understands and complies with established departmental processes and procedures designed to support internal controls efforts. Identifies and brings to the attention of department management internal controls deficiencies. Successful incumbents will have Bachelor's Degree in accounting CPA candidate preferred 0-3 years’ accounting experience Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks; Ability to function effectively while meeting deadlines Strong interpersonal, communication and administrative skills Proficient with Microsoft Windows environment and have an excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Applications Familiarity with SAP systems preferred Position Scope/Contribution Incumbents in this position know fundamental accounting concepts and practices. They use established methods/procedures and work under general supervision. What We Offer You will enjoy competitive compensation, consisting of base pay plus an incentive program available to all full‑time employees, and a comprehensive benefits package including high‑quality healthcare options, a well‑being incentive program, 401(k), life and disability insurance, generous time off (with time off to volunteer) and much more! Additionally, we offer several flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work‑life balance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stryker Corporation