Zimmer Biomet is a world leader in musculoskeletal health solutions. Our team members are part of a company with a heritage of leadership, a focus on shaping the future, and a mission dedicated to alleviating pain and improving the quality of life for people around the world.
Responsible for managing all financial forecasting and planning processes of Zimmer Biomet, as well as, supporting the consolidation and reporting process for the company (with a concentration on working capital, capital expenditures and other balance sheet metrics).
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Present monthly actual results versus forecast and prior year actuals to CFO and Finance Leadership team
Analyze forecast versus actuals, plan and prior forecasts and provide recommendations on actions needed
Develop long range targets and annual operating plan targets around key strategic financial areas
Partner with Treasury and Accounting to oversee the cash management office and decisions on quarter end and year end cut offs
Provide insights to rolling forecasts on a month to month basis
Work cross functionally to resolve issues and gain alignment on financial forecasts
Provide oversight/guidance to staff team members
Ensure best practices are reviewed and implemented within all groups supported
Oversee aspects of data gathering, interpreting, processing, consolidating, and reporting financial results.
Stay abreast of changes in reporting requirements and accounting developments, and interprets the effect on Zimmer Biomet.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and might not necessarily comprise all of the essential functions for purposes of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Expected Areas of Competence
Ability to lead a team and work independently in a timely and accurate manner.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
Must understand discounted cash flow analysis, ROI, payback, etc.
Need a diverse understanding of multiple finance areas. Knowledge of balance sheet and Cash Flow modeling are preferred.
Need an understanding of accounting within a global organization. This includes items such as foreign exchange, inter-company mark-ups, inter-company charges and allocations, and tax issues.
Must be able to effectively use standard desktop software (Excel, PowerPoint, databases, etc.) as well as fully integrated ERP systems (examples include SAP, JD Edwards, Oracle).
Must be flexible, able to multi task and meet deadlines.
Must be able to effectively delegate and distribute assignments.
Must be able to effectively communicate with a diverse group including the Global Finance organization, Senior Management outside of the Finance function, and the Executive Management group.
Must be able to identify and take ownership of significant issues as they arise.
Must be able to make concise, effective, and professional presentations to senior management.
Must be able to quickly analyze issues, determine what other persons or groups are needed to address the issue, and take necessary steps to assemble the group to drive resolution.
Must be willing to take an active role in mentoring and developing staff. Must understand culture differences within a global company and be able to effectively communicate and work with those globally.
Education/Experience Requirements
B.S. degree in finance or accounting, MBA is preferred.
Minimum of 6 years’ experience in accounting/finance.
Experience managing and developing a staff of finance professionals is required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
C.P.A. or C.M.A. is preferred.
Travel Requirements
Up to 10%
Additional Information
Position will be located in Warsaw, IN or Stamford, CT
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability
At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in The Power of Us, which means that we are stronger together. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered, and celebrated.
