Work Flexibility: Hybrid or Onsite Management Accountant Belfast Full Time / Permanent Position Summary: Working as part of the Finance team, the successful applicant will assist the company in the preparation, reconciliation, and analysis of financial data for monthly reporting and forecasting. Key aspects of the role will include measuring the financial performance of the company and its impact on the wider division, as well as ensuring compliance with all corporate finance policies. The Accountant will require experience in monthly reporting, projections, KPIs, and will have hands-on knowledge of management accounts. The role demands a close working relationship within the Finance department to ensure alignment with overall business targets and reporting deadlines, as well as business partnering with senior management to provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making. Strong analytical ability, commercial acumen and excellent communication skills are essential for translating complex financial data into clear, meaningful information for stakeholders. What you will do: Manage General Ledger activities to ensure accuracy and compliance Preparation of monthly reporting pack for Corporate accounting including commentary Business partner to the R&D, Quality and Product Management functions, working closely with divisional leadership and cost centre managers to develop annual budgets and quarterly forecasts, discuss variances and determine plans to achieve targets Reporting of payroll by cost centre including accruals (bonus, vacation etc.) Maintenance of bank accounts including posting and bank reconciliations Sales reporting, including revenue recognition and intercompany adjustments Warranty provision calculation and analysis of warranty returns Assistance with integration of the financial reporting with the wider Stryker group policies and procedures Support the annual standard cost calculations and analysis of changes Assist in year-end statutory audit and corporation tax return computation, and internal audits as required Reconciliation of key Balance Sheet and P&L accounts Internal controls process documentation in line with Sarbanes Oxley framework and assistance with business partners across the organisation in the development and implementation of internal controls in line with Corporate Policies Support shared service teams in resolving queries and ensuring accurate processing of data Participate in cross-functional process improvement initiatives, providing robust analysis and actionable recommendations that drive efficiency, enhance controls, and deliver measurable business benefits Delivering ad-hoc financial reports and analysis as requested by management Any other duties deemed necessary by the Finance Manager Note: This description is not intended to establish a total definition of the job, but an outline of the duties. What you will need: Level 6 accountancy qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA Minimum of 2 years working in an accountancy role within a manufacturing environment Strong technical accounting background Knowledge of internal control framework and risk mitigation Understanding of manufacturing processes including inventory flows Desirable A degree in a finance or business-related subject or an equivalent qualification Previous experience of working in a global company including US GAAP reporting (if applicable) Previous experience of using SAP Business One ERP system and Hyperion Financial Management software Travel Percentage: 10% Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes. We are proud to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces! For more information, visit: www.stryker.com Work Flexibility Remote – Role allows you to work the majority to 100% of time from an alternate workplace. These roles could have travel expectations, and you must work within the country of the job requisition location. Field-based – You can expect to regularly work a majority to 100% of time at customer facilities and has a set territory or expectation to travel within a set boundary. Almost all sales roles would likely be qualified as field-based. Onsite – Role is 100% located at a Stryker facility. Some ad hoc flexibility may be available depending on role, level, and job requirements. Manufacturing roles and any role that requires physical presence at the office would qualify under this category. Hybrid – You can expect to regularly work in both an alternate workplace and a Stryker facility. Roles that are partially remote or co-located would qualify as hybrid, and the expectation to be onsite would be defined and agreed upon by your manager/supervisor.