Vantive: A New Company Built On Our LegacyBaxter is on a journey to separate our ~$5B Kidney Care segment into a standalone company.Vantive* will build on our nearly 70-year legacy in acute therapies and home and in-center dialysis to provide best-in-class care to the people we serve.We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us.At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don't settle for the mediocre.Each of us are driven to help improve patients' lives worldwide.Join us as we revolutionize kidney care and other vital organ support.*Completion of the proposed separation of Kidney Care from Baxter into a standalone company (to be named Vantive) remains subject to the satisfaction of customary conditions.There hasn't been a more exciting time to join Baxter.We are in the midst of a transformation that's building a world-class finance organization.Baxter Business Services is a group dedicated to providing centralized service to many of Baxter's core business processes.Now we need you.From day one, you will have the opportunity to develop your career through a variety of jobs and experiences.When you join us, you can also expect access to training and mentoring in a supportive environment.From day one, you'll have opportunities to collaborate with people all over the world.This is where you are empowered to do your best work.SummaryThe Senior Manufacturing Accountant is responsible for activities related to the various manufacturing sites in a region.The role requires understanding of complex accounting matters, quick problem-solving skills and strong collaboration with other finance and non-finance teams.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Prepare manual journals as needed with adequate supporting documentationResponsible for preparing reserves such as E&O, NRV etcPrepare manufacturing variance analysis as neededComplete account reconciliations in Blackline per established deadlinesRespond to queries from local country finance in a timely mannerProvide audit support as neededSupport regional and global reporting requirements such as monthly Balance Sheet & P&L Flux analysisSupport monthly/quarterly/annual close processesEnsure adherence of processes to company's policies and procedures, internal and external audit requirements and local rules and regulations; support strengthening of financial processes and controlsSupport local, regional, and global projects, as requiredMaintain focus on continuous process improvement opportunitiesQualifications:Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience.Background in Manufacturing accounting Proven experience in a multinational environment and/or auditGood knowledge of US GAAPStrong analytical skillsExcellent communication skills, diplomatic, flexible and "can do" mind-setFluent in both written and spoken EnglishStrong reporting tools including MS Excel, Word and PowerPointEducation and/or Experience:Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting or part qualified ACCA/CIMA/CPAAbility and willingness to travel internationally as requiredExperience in JDE, Blackline, Alteryx and W-Desk is an advantageAdditional 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
