This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives—where your purpose accelerates our mission.

The Finance Manager - Global Service is responsible for providing financial leadership and actionable insights to the Head of Service, APAC & EMEA.  This role will influence decision making and help set the strategic direction for the region.  This person will interact with Sr. leadership across finance, Global Service and within the segments.  The role will be responsible for key finance activities, including annual operating plan, forecasting, monthly results management as well as serving as an integral functional partner for key organizational initiatives.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Lead all financial requirements for the regions, including annual operating plan, forecasting, long-range plan, month end close activities and external requirementsFocus on growth by supporting key commercial activities with the cluster heads, such as pricing, deal structures, customer/market analytics and incentive program developmentProactively identify opportunities and recommend solutions to business issues to ensure deliverables are achievedDrive standardization of processes, reporting, analytics and governance for region, in alignment of broader Global Service finance team initiatives.  Highlight best practices from the region for consideration globally, and drive global improvements into region where applicableDevelop operating expense reporting mechanisms and forecasting practices with direct ties to revenue and workloads, delivering clear, actionable data to business partnersIdentify, assess, and implement continuous improvement to financial processes and models, with strong focus on enhancements that deliver superior business partner support and direct impact to region outcomesLead preparation of and present monthly financial attainment with Head of Service, APAC and EMEA to President Technical Services and Connected CareLeadership staff member of Head of Service, APAC & EMEAManage 1 direct report, and indirectly manage CoE support members and local country finance partners in the segmentsForge strong relationships with local country controllers and segment finance organizations to co-own processes and results in matrixed structure

What you'll bring

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or finance. Professional certification such as CPA is also a plus.7+ years of experience in accounting and finance area; public accounting or related large public company experience a plus.Theoretical and practical knowledge of process management, financial planning and actuals reporting required.Experience in project management and working with multiple teams required.Practical knowledge of ERP systems and PC proficiency in MS Office applications is required. Specific experience with JD Edwards is a plus.Ability to communicate succinctly and effectively with different levels of management.Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and verbal) and presentation skillsFluent in EnglishStrong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.Proactive management style and positive attitude

Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

Recruitment Fraud Notice

Baxter has discovered incidents of employment scams, where fraudulent parties pose as Baxter employees, recruiters, or other agents, and engage with online job seekers in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice.