Position Summary: The position is responsible for general ledger related reporting duties for North American entities.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Assist in preparation of US GAAP accounts and month end close.
2. Completion and review of Balance sheet reconciliations.
3. Ensure the presentation to corporate of financial data on a timely and accurate basis.
4. Supporting the preparation of forecasts and annual plans.
5. Preparation of detailed Cost Centre analysis.
6. Collaboration with the Transaction Processing group in Athlone.
7. Ensure the integrity and SOX compliance of financial, administrative and legal controls in accordance with corporate policy and procedures.
8. Ensure compliance with VAT, tax and fiscal requirements.
9. Prepare the information requested by internal and external auditors.
10. Ensuring the integrity of internal financial controls.
11. Ad hoc tasks as required to support Finance Function.
12. Back up for other colleagues where necessary.
13. Participate in mentoring programme within team.
Education / Experience Requirements:
1. Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
2. Business Degree or Diploma including Accounting.
3. Previous Experience in a Shared Service Centre.
4. SAP user level experience.
5. Strong sense of discretion and confidentiality.
6. Excellent IT skills with a working knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
7. Strong attention to detail with good time management skills.
8. The ability to work effectively under pressure and to strict deadlines.
Specialized Skills / Other Requirements:
1. A friendly enthusiastic, professional and welcoming manner.
2. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with employees of all levels.
3. Flexible and adaptable work ethic.
4. Able to work on own initiative and as a team player.
5. Good organisational skills with cultural awareness and sensitivity.
6. Good analytical and problem solving ability.
7. Ability to manage multiple programs and projects effectively and efficiently.
8. Both builder or designer experiences advantageous.
About Teleflex: Teleflex is an equal opportunity employer. We trust and value our people and their diversity. We make it fun to work here. We are on a journey to ensure our workplaces mirror the patients we serve and the communities we operate in. Our approach is simple, we embrace everyone and want them to feel they belong here.