Work Flexibility: Hybrid or OnsiteWe are looking for a Finance Lead Analyst to join our Finance team in South Africa on a 6 months fixed term contract.What you will do:Ensure that Stryker’s Compliance and Ethics program is followed at all times and that there is strict adherence to the Code of Conduct in all interactionsSupport in providing regular feedback on the performance of cost centers and allocated business unitsCollaborate with the Poland Finance Center and Inventory COE in the analysis of month end close with adherence to reporting deadlines including pre-flash callsReview & reconciliation of weekly sales reportsResponsible for CER preparationsResponsible for preparation of the margin and volume analysis of sales for allocated business unitsPreparation of quarterly forecasts & annual budgets for all cost centers/ business units, sales, margins and full PLProvide guidance to junior team members on monthly activities and requests from the businessPreparation of monthly cost center reporting to the business (BU P/L)Close collaboration with the operations and Inventory COE teams to drive inventory analysis and reduction in wastagePerform ad hoc requests and queries as requested by Management, the business, regional and corporate teamProactively perform tasks and create reports to assist Management, the business, regional and corporate teamSupport with internal controls relating to FP&ADevelopment of dashboards to provide to management and the business to assist with cost savings opportunities and drive these through the businessFacilitate sales meetings and provide information to the regional teamQuarterly reporting schedule reviewSupport financial audit where applicableWhat you need:RequiredDegree in Accounting, Management Accounting and/or Finance3+ years’ experience in similar positionPreferredArticles experience preferredExperience in cost accounting is advantageousKnowledgeable in IFRS (US GAAP advantageous)High Level of competence on Microsoft PackageProficient with ERPs (JD Edwards would be advantageous)Advanced user of Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookup formulas, etc.)Travel Percentage: None
