Supervisor, Inventory Accounting

This is where  your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.  Your role at Baxter The role includes overseeing activities for Americas Inventory, supporting Global Process Owner, Local Finance Teams, Baxter GBS Costa Rica workstreams, and A2R teams in other locations. The goal is to improve the operations in Inventory Department, specifically focusing on Americas' inventory transactions by identifying and facilitating operational changes and process improvement initiatives.

This is a truly thrilling time to be a part of Baxter. As we energetically transform the way we do business, there are always opportunities to challenge the status quo in a variety of markets. We can now offer global opportunities from various centers without the physical constraints we previously faced!

Oversight of the Inventory Accounting team on month-end close activities and monthly reviews. Work closely with other A2R teams to ensure a timely month-end-close. Review and approve inventory-related reconciliations, entries, and tasks in Blackline as needed. Drive process improvement opportunities across the team. Champion and maintain positive teamwork with finance and non-finance teams, as well as external providers, to uphold and improve shared processes, tools, and reporting activities. Ensure adherence to company's policies and procedures, internal and external audit requirements and local rules and regulations; support strengthening of financial processes and controls. Build and handle high-performing teams with focus on engagement and talent development. Support local, regional, and global projects, as the need arises; provide financial expertise in such projects. Conduct regular meetings' cadence with inventory leadership team to review performance, provide/acquire feedback, and assist in the inventory transactional operations. Raise process issues to respective parties in a timely and structured manner. Ensure all department services provided are in compliance with service level agreements, S-Ox, and Corporate Policies.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration a requirement. 5+ years of experience in manufacturing and/or inventory accounting and related areas and leading teams to results. 2+ years of experience leading accounting teams Experience with process focus, continuous improvement, and Microsoft Office Suite. English B2+ or higher. Experience in manufacturing and/or inventory accounting and JDE, GME, PRMS, MAXIMO knowledge are desirable.

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