At Alcon we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly champion progress and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here youll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse talented people to join Alcon.
As a Senior GL Accountant reporting to the GL Manager you will be responsible for accounting requirements for assigned areas to be completed timely and accurately.
In this role a typical day will include:
- Prepare accurate and robust monthly balance sheet account analyses and reconciliations including analyses for balance sheet reviews
- Prepare accurate journal entries in a timely manner
- Collaborate proactively with key stakeholders including Finance colleagues and Regional Financial Reporting and Accounting. Communication with these stakeholders is appropriate and timely when questions regarding accounting/reporting matters arise.
- Understand impacts to the general ledger for assigned areas due to other intra and interdepartmental transactions and activity from other functional departments
- Ensure all activities are performed in a compliant way that supports RCM controls
- Perform compliance controls in relation to the Financial accounting including documentation of approvals sample checks
- Provide analysis and comments on variances for monthend financial reports
- Ensure all processes comply with Alcon standards and policies (i.e. global processes Alcon Accounting Manual Alcon Financial Controls Manual Management Authorization Levels etc.
- Provide audit support through data/documentation gathering
WHAT YOULL BRING TO ALCON:
- Degree in Accounting and/or Finance or equivalent experience
- Min. 3 years of relevant experience in GL area
- Experience working with shared services is preferred
- Very good command of English
- Ability to apply accounting practices
- Very good analytical skills
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work in strict deadlines
- Positive attitude with a focus on continuous process improvement
HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:
- Individual career development plan and possible career growth within newly created account
- Truly international environment and daily interactions with colleagues and stakeholders from all over the world
- Attractive benefits package (private medical care group insurance lunch card transportation allowance pension plan Multisport/cultural card Alcon products for you and your significant other)
- Attractive compensation package (including bonus scheme)
- Hybrid work model 3/2/weekly)
Alcon Careers
See your impact at Current Alcon Employee/Contingent Worker
If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site.
Find Jobs for Employees
Find Jobs for Contingent Worker
Required Experience:
Senior IC