Staff Accountant, International Accounting

Overview

Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion. Our company has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years and has earned a strong reputation for excellence in the healthcare field.  Our unique business model, combined with our dedication to delivering the highest quality products, enables team members to contribute in a larger capacity than is possible in typical positions.

Position Description

The Staff Accountant, International Accounting plays a key role in supporting the financial integrity of Applied Medical's global operations. This position contributes to the accuracy and timeliness of month-end close activities across U.S. and international entities, ensuring the general ledger and consolidated financial statements reflect a true picture of the business. The Staff Accountant works within a collaborative global accounting team and supports intercompany reconciliation, foreign currency management, and audit readiness. Professionals with backgrounds in international accounting, general ledger accounting, or corporate accounting will find this role well-suited to their experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end close activities for U.S. and international entities, including preparing and uploading journal entries, running period-end reports, and supporting global consolidation.
• Reconcile and maintain general ledger accounts in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Reconcile intercompany accounts receivable and accounts payable balances and assist the accounts receivable team in identifying invoices for intercompany settlement.
• Process cross-charges between entities and reinforce consistent application of accounting policies across the organization.
• Validate foreign currency rates imported into SAP for accuracy and update discrepancies as needed.
• Prepare audit schedules and gather supporting documentation for internal and external auditors.
• Participate in ongoing accounting system and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software enhancement initiatives.
• Conduct audits of Open Payments to verify completeness, accuracy, and compliance with reporting requirements.
• Support ad hoc accounting projects and special assignments as directed by accounting leadership.

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Consistently delivers accurate, on-time journal entries and reconciliations that support a clean and efficient month-end close cycle.
• Identifies and resolves intercompany discrepancies proactively, minimizing adjustments at consolidation.
• Maintains audit-ready documentation that supports a smooth and efficient audit process.
• Builds effective working relationships with cross-functional teams, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, treasury, tax, and international finance teams.
• Applies a strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and consolidation principles to ensure financial statements reflect accurate global results.
• Contributes to system improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies and supporting ERP enhancement initiatives.

Position Requirements

This position requires the following skills and attributes:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent professional experience
• Three or more years of accounting experience in a global environment supporting entities across multiple regions or in a comparable financial role
• Understanding of accounting and consolidation processes, including elimination entries and the impact of foreign currency on financial reporting
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products, with strong emphasis on Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English at a professional level

Preferred

The following skills and attributes are preferred:

• Experience with SAP or OneStream ERP platforms
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or active pursuit of CPA certification
• Prior experience supporting internal or external audit processes
• Familiarity with multinational accounting practices and regulatory requirements

Benefits

• Competitive compensation range: $70500 - $75000 / year (California).
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Training and mentorship opportunities.
• On-campus wellness activities.
• Education reimbursement program.
• 401(k) program with discretionary employer match.
• Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule.

Please note that the compensation range may be adjusted in the future, and bonus and incentive compensation plans may apply.

Our total reward package reflects our commitment to employee growth and well-being, as we invest in your development and offer a range of benefits designed to enhance your career and life.

All compensation and benefits are subject to plan documents and written agreements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applied Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.