Accounting Supervisor
Working at Abbott
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Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .
Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year
An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelors degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity working mothers female executives and scientists.
The Opportunity
Abbott Rapid Diagnostics is part of Abbotts Diagnostics family of businesses bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies to support diagnostic testing which provides important information for treatment and management of diseases and other conditions.
The Accounting Supervisor position is part of the eScreen entity located in Kansas City MO which is within the Toxicology Business Unit of Abbott Rapid Diagnostics. This role will help lead and supervise the activities of the accounting team and will be responsible for a full range of accounting functions.
What Youll Work On
Help lead and manage the monthly close process including journal entry preparation and review financial statement review and coordination with Accounting Manager and FP&A team
Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations ensuring clarity accuracy sufficient support and timely resolution of reconciling items
Train mentor and supervise staff accountants fostering professional development and ensuring high-quality output
Maintain and enhance internal control procedures to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) GAAP Abbott policies and other regulatory frameworks; support audit readiness and implement controls for new or evolving processes
Manage intercompany accounting activities including reconciliations transfers and invoice processing
Evaluate month-end close accounting and accounts payable processes identifying opportunities for increased efficiency and accuracy
Coordinate and support internal and external audits including preparing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries
Lead and manage ad-hoc and cross-functional projects including compliance and operational initiatives by collaborating with teams across the organization to ensure timely execution
Support Accounting Manager and FP&A in conducting financial analysis and reporting including ad hoc reporting and LBE (Latest Best Estimate) processes
Serve as a subject matter expert on accounting standards and updates educating the team on implications and changes
Champion a culture of continuous improvement and professional development encouraging certifications and training for staff
Required Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance
Minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience
Prior experience in public accounting (Big Four strongly preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Outlook and other Microsoft Office applications
Strong understanding of US GAAP
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance
CPA license strongly preferred
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The base pay for this position is
$86700.00 $173300.00In specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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