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Technical Accounting Director

Edwards Lifesciences · Alton, TX · 4 wk ago
Accounting$145k–$205k/yrFull-time

About the role

Imagine how your ideas and expertise can change a patient’s life. Patients are at the heart of what we do at Edwards Lifesciences. Our Finance teams work hard to optimize our current and long-term success and enable our ongoing strategy of innovation, leadership, and focus. As part of the team, whether providing analysis, forecasting, or reporting financial information, your application of accurate financial business practices will play a fundamental role in how we impact the quality of life for patients all over the world.

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert U.S. GAAP guidance across the organization.
  • Lead the preparation of technical accounting memoranda.
  • Oversee the development and governance of global accounting policies.
  • Support complex accounting judgments across areas such as variable interest entities (VIEs), impairment assessments, and revenue recognition.
  • Play a critical role in SEC reporting support and interactions with internal and external auditors.
  • Ensure correct application of U.S. GAAP and accuracy, quality, and compliance of the Company's financial reporting.
  • Partner with the business development team and the relevant business unit and regional finance representatives to provide guidance on various areas of accounting as well as compliance with the Company's Global Policies.
  • Perform financial close procedures on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, as needed, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and analyses related to Company’s investments.
  • Lead the development, maintenance, and governance of Edwards Lifesciences’ global accounting policies to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and alignment with company practices.
  • Ensure accounting policies are clearly documented, consistently applied, and effectively communicated across regional and functional finance teams.
  • Maintain awareness of new accounting standards, FASB updates, SEC guidance, and industry interpretations; assess their applicability and lead implementation efforts as needed.
  • Assist with technical accounting aspects of Form 10-K and 10-Q filings, including review and drafting of accounting policies, footnote disclosures, and MD&A where technical judgment is required.
  • Support audit reviews by providing clear documentation, explanations, and analysis of significant accounting positions.
  • Proactively assess end-to-end workflows to identify and prioritize opportunities for AI-enabled capabilities that improve efficiency, quality, and scalability.
  • Foster strong relationships with cross-functional business partners while maintaining independence and objectivity in technical judgments.
  • Identify and evaluate process improvement and/or course correction/course alignment opportunities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or equivalent.
  • A minimum of twelve years of related experience (or ten years with a Master’s degree).
  • Experience with ASC 810-10 VIE transaction.

Qualifications

  • Experience with ASC 810-10 VIE transaction.

Skills

  • Experience with ASC 810 Business Combinations.
  • Experience with ASC 810 Consolidation.
  • Experience with ASC 320 Debt Securities.
  • Experience with ASC 321 Equity Securities.
  • Experience with ASC 323 Equity Method and Joint Ventures.
  • Experience with ASC 326 CECL.
  • Experience with ASC 606 Revenue Recognition.

Benefits

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities. The base pay range for this position is $145,000 - $205,000 (highly experienced). The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).

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