The Manager, GQO Accounting and Financial Compliance will report to the, Senior Director, Compliance & ERP Standardization, and will oversee the Groupu2019s financial compliance and internal control programs. This team member will support GQOu2019s accounting and finance organization to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and local Statutory reporting requirements, as well as adherence to Strykeru2019s global accounting policies. This person will work closely with members of Strykeru2019s global accounting and finance organization, Strykeru2019s Finance, Training and Development (FTD) team, and the GQO franchises in supporting Strykeru2019s initiatives in overall training for applicable accounting policy and guidance. This person will also be responsible for the communication and adherence of Strykeru2019s global accounting policies, as well as being a key contact for GQO in proposing and evaluating enhancements to such policies. This team member will also support the efforts related to Internal Control over Financial Reporting, including maintenance of the of the risk / control framework, risk assessment, identification of effective and efficient controls, controls documentation, training regarding internal control requirements and utilization of ERP and Internal Control systems for SOX compliance. The position will work closely with both ARA and the external auditors to ensure an efficient, risk-based scope and process for managementu2019s assessment of the control environment. The position will be responsible for both business process and IT controls globally for GQO, including disparate business processes and multiple ERP systems and will work cross-functionally to identify and implement best practices and process improvements as well as remediation measures to resolve control deficiencies. There are 45 manufacturing sites within the GQO organization. This role will lead compliance initiatives for certain franchises and functions across the network, teaming with site and divisional finance leaders to ensure a sound internal control environment and enhance control processes and further develop a common control environment. This team member will oversee all GQO activities related to Risk Assessments, compliance with enterprise and statutory ledgers, intercompany management and transformation, internal control remediation action plans, M&A integration controls, legal entity management, tax strategy coordination, financial reporting systems, Unrealized profit in inventory, Goods in Transit, Unbilled Receivables/Payables, Aged CIP, Balance Sheet Reviews, Account Reconciliations, Key Account Determination, and Control Standardization, and provide Divisional Finance Leader accounting support, as well as interact with all GQO Controllers on a regular basis to maintain an appropriate internal control and compliance environment. Bacheloru2019s degree in Business with a concentration in Accounting or Finance is required. CPA, CMA, MBA preferred. 8 years relevant progressive experience. Demonstrated capability and experience with corporate financial reporting, manufacturing accounting, foreign currency, internal controls and progressive improvement initiatives Demonstrated ability to lead through both strategic and tactical financial issues Strong analytic, organization and problem-solving skills which allows for strategic data interpretation versus simple reporting Ability to influence, drive consensus, and coordination across multiple, global locations Ability and desire to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including finance and non-finance managers Demonstrated ability to influence Directors and other leaders within an organization Strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience in effectively communicating key data, including presentations to senior leadership Demonstrated business acumen and ability to use independent judgment Proven ability to work in a team environment, and demonstrate comfort, creativity, and initiative in the assumption of new projects Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer u2013 M/F/Veteran/Disability.