Accounting Manager

Conmed Corporation - Largo, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Largo, FL

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

This position supports our US Orthopedic business unit and will be responsible for leading the accounting function. This is a dynamic and high-profile position requiring the successful candidate to utilize a broad range of accounting, financial and operational skills, along with a strong business acumen, to lead and provide appropriate accounting support to the business. This hands-on position will also play an active leadership role on the overall Finance & Accounting team, reporting directly into the VP, Finance. The Accounting Manager will be responsible for all accounting processes including all month-end close activities, internal and external audit requirements, account reconciliations, internal controls, balance sheet budgeting and forecasting, etc. The role involves reviewing existing and implementing new accounting processes and procedures to improve existing month-end closing processes, account analysis and reconciliation, and support schedules. The successful candidate will implement a robust month-end reporting process inclusive of detailed schedules around key financial metrics such as sales, returns, COGS, inventory, etc., along with supporting commentary to help drive sound business decisions. Additionally, the Accounting Manager will participate in month-end closing through journal entry preparation and account reconciliation of key accounts. They will oversee the business unit's accounting processes consistent with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and maintain effective accounting controls and procedures in compliance with SOX 404 and CONMED corporate policy. Establishing and communicating a strategic vision for the accounting function is also a key responsibility of this role, along with performing other related duties or special projects as required by the VP, Finance.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all accounting processes including all month-end close activities, internal and external audit requirements, account reconciliations, internal controls, balance sheet budgeting and forecasting.
• Review existing and implement new accounting processes and procedures to improve existing month-end closing processes, account analysis and reconciliation, support schedules.
• Implement a robust month-end reporting process inclusive of detailed schedules around key financial metrics such as sales, returns, COGS, inventory, etc., along with supporting commentary to help drive sound business decisions.
• Participate in month-end closing through journal entry preparation and account reconciliation of key accounts.
• Oversee the business unit's accounting processes consistent with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Maintain effective accounting controls and procedures in compliance with SOX 404 and CONMED corporate policy.
• Establish and communicate a strategic vision for the accounting function.
• Perform other related duties or special projects as required by VP, Finance.

Requirements

• BA/BS in Accounting required.
• 5-7 years' experience in an accounting environment with at least two years in a supervisory capacity.

Nice-to-haves

• CPA
• Medical device experience preferred
• Experience with Oracle ERP and OneStream Financial reporting a plus.
• Experience successfully managing and developing a team of accounting professionals is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
• Must have strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses