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Stryker Financial Compliance Controller, EMEA Commercial in Amsterdam, Netherlands

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What we are looking for:

Managers who drive performance. People who implement process improvements and leverage the talent of their team to consistently increase performance and productivity.

Accuracy-oriented team leaders. Providing direct oversight of processes and results, managers who ensure accurate and timely completion of projections, forecasts or reporting.

Talent developers. Growth-oriented managers who recruit and hire top-performing talent and prioritize the development of their team members.

What you will do:

As our future Financial Compliance Controller , EMEA Commercial , you will work across the European and EEMEA businesses providing advanced level compliance advice and you will be a leader that represents and embodies Stryker's values .

  • Provides trainings and leadership across the countries in the development of a strong and efficient internal controls environment (including standard compliance documentation and procedures), through the provision of expert advice, the implementation of self-assessment tools, the sharing of best practices and continuous improvement reviews.

  • Leading a teamand driving engagement, motivation and development including objective setting, performance and people management.

Compliance:

  • Develop and execute on Financial Compliance monitoring program across Europe.

  • Lead harmonization efforts across EMEA.

  • Talent development of the Champions and contribute to the performance evaluation and IDP of the Champions.

  • Set direction and coordinate execution of Quarterly Account reconciliation review.

  • Set direction and coordinate execution of Quarterly Sox control review.

  • Review of local country self-assessments/ control owner surveys.

  • Implement Sox Sharepoint and/or Auditboard technology to be able to execute Pan EMEA Quarterly Sox control review.

Controlling function across EMEA:

  • Be a finance business partner for new business models implementation such asCertified Pre-owned propositions, new loaner repair models etc.

  • Review of new business models and create standard accounting processesfor adoption across EMEA.

  • Review and constant improvement of balance sheet reviews and independent review of EMEA’s Balance sheet accounts.

  • Work with the Amsterdam Finance Center teams to support initiatives to improve EMEA’s controls environment.

Center of E xpertise for T echnical accounting related matters for E MEA :

  • Thought leader technical accounting –Instructing on accounting impact and implications of commercial propositions and other business developments.

  • Gate keeper approver for technical accounting of commercial deals for EMEA.

  • Guide the country finance teams by providing standard processes for new initiatives.

  • Be member of the Corporate Financial Compliance Committee.

  • Develop (technical) training curriculum for EMEAand provide ongoing training to finance leads.

  • Disseminate knowledge on Corporate Finance policies within EMEA and lead implementation of practices.

E MEA Internal and External audit s:

  • Owner of Pan EMEA audits like large subsidy audits.

  • Lead discussions with External auditor, Group auditor and Corporate.

  • Coordinateand execute audit planning and preparation.

  • Review and provide feedback on audit documentation.

  • Coordinatewith countries to remediate audit findings and be primary contact for Internal Audit.

  • Coordinate and approve Transferpricing adjustments for EMEA.

  • Lead creation of Transferprice adjustment overview.

  • Approve overview and communicate Transferprice Europe adjustments with Transfer Pricing US team, so proper Transferpricing invoices can be issued.

Gatekeeper approver in High Risk payment process :

  • Approve High risk payment masterdata settings for EMEA.

  • Approve HRP Balance sheet recordings and related payments for EMEA.

Flex Finance:

  • Asses financial compliance/internal Controls from a deal structure perspective.

  • Balance Sheet review.

M&A integrations:

  • Assess financial compliance/internal controls maturity for acquired companies.

  • Assist in the integration of acquisition into our control environment.

Other Essential Duties

  • Pursues professional development opportunities, including external and internal training and professional association memberships, and shares information gained with co-workers.

  • Representsthe function on project teams, at management meetings, and with external organizations.

  • Performs related project work, as assigned by management from time to time.

Position in Organization

*This role will report to the Senior Director Finance Europe.

Your profile:

  • You have minimum10+ years relevant working experience with 5+ years managerial skills in a multinational (preferably US based) company.

  • People leadership experience.

  • Member of a recognized professional accounting body such as CPA or RA

  • Fluent in English.

  • Familiar with USGAAP, Sarbanes Oxley Act and Technical Accounting expert

  • Should have the ability to see the ‘big picture’ and yet able to resolve day to day issues if required.

  • Strong knowledge of SOX and related financial control standards.

  • Strong knowledge of technical accounting.

Other competencies that you will to suceed on this leadership role:

  • Proven leadership with the ability to build working relationships.

  • People management

  • Influencing skills.

  • Ability to establish and communicate priorities.

  • Ability to organize resources and effectively project management to achieve objectives.

  • High level of honesty, integrity, commitment and responsibility.

  • Accustomed to working under pressure and with deadlines.

  • Able to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization.

  • Able to resolve problems and conflicts in a professional and tactful manner.

  • Able to identify and implement innovative solutions to meet business requirements.

What do we offer in return:

  • Collaborative and Inclusive Environment: Join a team that values diversity and inclusion, fostering a supportive and innovative workplace.

  • Professional Growth: Access continuous professional development opportunities, including training, workshops, and career advancement programs.

  • Competitive Benefits: Receive a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and additional perks such as wellness programs and employee discounts.

  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with flexible working hours and remote work options.

  • Stryker Women's Network (SWN) . The SWN is committed to an open and modern corporate culture that fosters the development of talented and dedicated women. SWN is open to all employees and strongly advocates an inclusive work environment.

Join us and be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually.

Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.

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