Imagine how your ideas and expertise can change a patient's life. Patients are at the heart of what we do at Edwards Lifesciences. Our Finance teams work hard to optimize our current and long-term success and enable our ongoing strategy of innovation, leadership, and focus. As part of the team, whether providing analysis, forecasting, or reporting financial information, your application of accurate financial business practices will play a fundamental role in how we impact the quality of life for patients all over the world. The Financial Accountant provides advice, guidance, analysis, and reporting of financial information to Edwards Manufacturing Operations. How you'll make an impact: Prepare and process month-end journal entries; prepare balance sheet account reconciliations; calculate, update, and maintain product standard cost in ERP system; gathering data and generating reports in support of manufacturing trend analysis Assist in developing/updating quarterly forecasts and budgets Research variance details to identify anomalies and key drivers, and provide explanations Gather information to be used in presentations for management Assist in compliance activities (e.g., SOX, key and internal controls, fixed asset audits, physical inventory) Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts, ensuring all information is accurate and ready for review. Support the month-end process by completing assigned tasks on time and maintaining accurate financial records. Help prepare, manage and submit grant claims (IDA Training grant, R&D Tax credits etc.) ensuring required documents are gathered and correctly recorded What you'll need (Required): Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant field ACA/ACCA/CPA Qualified or currently pursuing one of these qualifications What else we look for (Preferred): Good computer skills in MS Office Suite, including advanced Excel and ability to operate general office machinery Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills Good problem-solving and critical thinking skills Good knowledge and understanding of Edwards policies, procedures, and guidelines relevant to corporate accounting Good understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Good 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 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 To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.