Über diese Senior Accounting Specialist Stelle bei Terumo
About the Company
As a global medical device company originating from Japan, we pursue reliable quality and technology to contribute to healthcare in more than 160 countries and regions around the globe. We promise to walk alongside healthcare professionals to continue to make great contribution to society, now and into the future.
Summary of the Role
The Senior Accounting Specialist is responsible for leading the financial closing, reporting, and compliance processes, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timeliness in alignment with local regulations and group accounting policies.
This role takes ownership of key accounting areas, drives audit activities, and ensures robust internal controls.
The position acts as a key contributor in improving accounting processes, supporting management decision-making, and enhancing overall finance function effectiveness.
Key Functions / Responsibilities
Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness with minimal supervision.
Take ownership of key accounts, including reviewing reconciliations and adjustments.
Prepare and review financial statements in compliance with both group and statutory requirements.
Lead or actively coordinate external and internal audit processes, including the preparation of audit schedules and the prompt resolution of audit issues.
Ensure ongoing compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal policies.
Support the implementation and monitoring of internal control processes to enhance the reliability of financial reporting.
Identify and proactively resolve accounting issues, escalating complex matters as appropriate.
Drive and support continuous process improvements in accounting operations and reporting efficiency.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business operations and address financial requirements.
Assist in the implementation of new accounting standards and contribute to system or process enhancements, such as IFRS transitions.
Education & Experience
Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in any related field
6–9 years of accounting experience in general ledger (3-5 years)
Experienced in global multinational companies (healthcare, life science, medical devices desirable)
Strong expertise in financial closing and reporting processes.
Comprehensive knowledge of accounting standards (K-IFRS / IFRS) and internal controls.
Ability to independently manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
ERP System experience is preferred to have (example: SAP, Concur)
Experienced in leading or actively coordinating both external and internal audit processes.
Skilled in identifying and resolving accounting issues, including moderately complex cases.
Hands-on experience in the preparation and review of financial statements.
Understanding of internal controls, with the ability to support initiatives aimed at control improvement.
Proven experience in driving process improvements within accounting operations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills across various functions.
High level of accountability and capacity to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
A proactive growth mindset with a strong commitment to continuous learning, problem-solving, and adapting to complex financial environment
Fluency in English is highly preferred as this role requires to communicate with international stakeholders
Note to External Recruitment Agencies:
Terumo does not recognize candidate submissions from any recruitment agencies and will not be responsible for payment of any recruitment fees due to the hiring of candidates whose resumes were submitted to Terumo employees or offices without the recruiting team's acknowledgement.
