Manager, Close and Consolidations

The Manager Close and Consolidationsplaysa critical leadership role in ensuringaccuratetimely and compliant financial close and consolidation activities for DePuy Synthes. This position partners closely with regional and global finance teams to deliverhighqualityconsolidatedfinancial statements support external reporting requirements and drive continuous improvement across close processes. The role offers the opportunity to influence financial integrity and operational excellence during a period of organizational transformation and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage monthly quarterly and annual close and consolidation activities to ensure accuracy completeness and timeliness ofconsolidatedfinancial results.

• Oversee consolidation processes including intercompany eliminations currency translation equity accounting and system consolidations.

• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP internal accounting policies and external reporting requirements.

• Partner with regional finance FP&A tax and controllership teams to resolve complex accounting and consolidation issues.

• Review and analyzeconsolidatedfinancial statements balance sheets and key variance drivers providing clear explanations to senior leadership.

• Support internal and external audits by coordinating documentation responding to inquiries and ensuring issue resolution.

• Drive process standardization automation and continuous improvement initiatives across close and consolidation activities.

• Lead coach and develop team members fostering a culture of accountability collaboration and continuous learning.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance ora relatedfield (required).

• Masters degree in Accounting Finance or MBA (preferred).

Experience and Skills

Required:

• Typically6-8 years of progressive experience in accounting financial close and consolidation roles includingpeopleleadership.

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.

• Handsonexperience with consolidation systems and enterprise financial platforms (e.g. Hyperion OneStream SAP or similar).

• Strong analyticalproblemsolving and communication skills with the ability to explain complex accounting matters clearly.

• Experience partnering with auditors andcrossfunctionalstakeholders.

Preferred:

• Experience in a global matrixed organization within a regulated industry.

• Prior experience supportingcarveouts separations or major business transformations.

• Demonstrated success driving process improvements and system enhancements.

• CPA or equivalent professional certification.

• Advanced Excel and financial reporting toolproficiency.

• Proven ability to manage complex close timelines across multiple entities and geographies.

Other:

• Language Requirements: English (required).

• Travel: Up to 10% primarily domestic.

• Certifications: CPA or equivalent (preferred).