Overview

A2R Inventory Analyst (1 year maternity cover) role at Baxter International Inc. This position is part of Baxter Business Services and supports A2R (Account to Report) activities for regional and manufacturing sites.

Summary: The Analyst - A2R Inventory is responsible for A2R complex and non-complex activities related to the various commercial sites and supporting manufacturing sites in the region. The role requires understanding of complex accounting matters, quick problem-solving skills and strong collaboration with other finance and non-finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare manual journals as needed with adequate supporting documentation
• Responsible for preparing complex reserves such as E&O, NRV etc.
• Prepare complex Inventory Analysis as needed
• Complete account reconciliations in Blackline per established deadlines
• Respond to queries from local country finance in a timely manner
• Provide audit support as needed
• Support regional and global reporting requirements such as monthly Balance Sheet & P&L Flux analysis
• Support monthly/quarterly/annual close processes
• Ensure adherence of processes to company policies and procedures, internal and external audit requirements and local rules and regulations; support strengthening of financial processes and controls
• Support local, regional, and global projects, as required
• Maintain focus on continuous process improvement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience
• Background in Inventory and/or Manufacturing accounting an advantage
• Proven experience in a multinational environment and/or Shared Service
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills, diplomatic, flexible and “can do” mind-set
• Fluent in both written and spoken English (B2+)
• Strong reporting tools including MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally as required
• Experience in JDE, Blackline, Alteryx and W-Desk is an advantage
• Additional hours at critical times (e.g., month-end) may be required. Also, and on an exceptional basis, the role may require work on public holidays

Equal Employment Opportunity

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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