Financial Reporting Accountant jobs in Grand Rapids, MI

At AirLife, we are dedicated to improving quality of life. Our ambition is to serve customers across the healthcare community and become a pioneer in respiratory and anesthesia care. With a mindset to evolve, innovate, and grow we have become exactly that: a premier manufacturer of the highest-quality and market-leading breathing consumables. This growth philosophy has positioned us to increase our global footprint and business reach, impacting even more people around the world. Our expanding AirLife family of brands offers a product portfolio that spans the continuum of care from first responder to home care, with safety, patient comfort, and clinical performance in mind. Collective expertise allows us to provide quality products and experiences to our patients, customers, and our people. Our values of Customer first, differentiate with our People, Bias for Action, Continuous Improvement and Accountability define who we are and how we work. Join us! 

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for overseeing the consolidation of a global organization including maintaining the consolidation system and the completeness and accuracy of reporting from multiple entities and countries. 

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

The specific minimum competencies needed to perform the essential duties of the job include knowledge, skills, abilities, level of education, and experience necessary for successful performance.   These competencies are generally demonstrated through specific service, education, or training.

Knowledge: 

Acquired through education, certifications, training, experience.

Skills & Abilities: 

Leadership skills, time management skills, good oral and written communication skills, accounting proficiency, and proficiency in Microsoft is required, including spreadsheet/Excel formulas. Experience with consolidation of multi-entity organization required. Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records are required. 

Level of Experience: 

The ideal candidate will have accounting experience of 5 years, including consolidation of a multi-entity organization. 

Level of Education: 

Bachelor’s degree in accounting required. CPA preferred. 

Travel: 

Potential for 1-3 trips per year. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

The core tasks, duties, and responsibilities that must be performed on the job.

• Responsible for monthly consolidation of international entities into consolidated financial statements.
• Lead implementation of selected consolidation tool and assist in setup of appropriate consolidation, including foreign exchange considerations.
• Develop required controls and processes to ensure audit compliant consolidation process.
• Oversees administration and maintenance of consolidation tool including troubleshooting any issues.
• Maintain Chart of Accounts from multiple ERP systems and mapping in consolidation tool.
• Introduce efficiencies into consolidation process as entities are added.
• Coordinate reporting at month-end from all entities that meet control and audit requirements.
• Review reporting at month-end from all entities including foreign exchange impact.
• Review and oversee intercompany reconciliations and lead investigations of differences.
• Review month-end activities including key areas of risk and material reserves.
• Support acquisition and integration activities, including developing integrating and optimizing the consolidation process.
• Create and review consolidated financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow) and assist with month-end commentary.
• Build and review reports in consolidation tool as required by management.
• Lead updates to reporting for new accounting standards applicable to the organization.
• Assist in technical accounting reviews and implementation of new accounting standards.
• Assist with year-end audit and preparation of GAAP financial statements.
• Implement account reconciliation and closing cockpit tool with Assistant Controller.
• Potentially oversee accountant and provide coaching and development.
• Complete other projects and assignments as requested.

OTHER RESPONSIBLITIES

• Focus on achieving our Company mission. 
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness in daily work; look for ways to improve and promote quality & safety. 
• Inspire the trust of others; treat people with respect and dignity and embrace the value of diversity.
• Use time efficiently; perform job accurately, thoroughly, and conserve Company resources to improve profits.
• Contribute to building and maintaining a positive team environment.
• Assure all policies and guidelines are implemented and followed.

QUALITY POLICY

At AirLife, Quality is our promise.  It is our commitment to customer satisfaction and our dedication to product excellence in an evolving global healthcare market. This promise is kept through a continuously improving and effective Quality Management System and compliance to Regulatory Requirements.

DEIA STATEMENT

At AirLife, we are committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities and customers we serve. We believe our philosophy on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Advancement (DEIA) encourages excellence and equips us to serve an evolving global marketplace.