Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

WORK SHIFT

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

1. Prepares the site financial statement according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles to ensure that the financial position and results of operations are accurately reflected for internal and external use.
2. Coordinates with staff in recording and reconciling payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable functions in a timely and accurate manner.
3. Directs department staff in performing general accounting and fixed asset functions.
4. Identifies opportunities to improve the financial management of the site, conserve resources, or achieve cost savings.
5. Works closely with the treasury and tax teams on issues related to intercompany, cash management, strategy, tax planning and compliance, and transfer pricing.
6. Assists department heads in preparing their budgets and in planning for growth.
7. Consults with staff to assist in cost/benefit analysis for equipment and other large expenditure items.
8. Assists department heads in interpreting financial information and in utilizing managerial accounting principles to improve decision making.
9. Implements and periodically reviews department accounting controls and methods. Assists in the maintenance and monitoring of internal controls over financial reporting.
10. Reviews and approves purchase orders per policy.
11. Meets with department staff to consult with and improve their performance and provides resources to assist them as necessary.
12. Assists in the management of the chart-of-accounts and set-up of new corporate entities in the region as needed.
13. Performs other financially related tasks, as required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

* Lifting --Not to exceed 50 lbs. -- local practice may apply.
* Writing
* Sitting
* Standing
* Bending
* Visual acuity
* Color perception
* Depth perception
* Reading
* Field of vision/peripheral

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

* Education and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business with extensive course work or experience in accounting.
* A minimum of six eight years of responsible accounting experience to include preparing financial statements and advising management in budgeting and financial administration, with three of those years in a leadership role.
* Ability to work effectively with others as a member of a team.
* A broad understanding of supervisory and managerial concepts and the ability to apply them in helping others to improve their performance.
* Effective oral/written communications skills, including the ability to explain financial management and accounting concepts to managers and staff.
* Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Designation as a Certified Public Accountant.

COMPETENCIES

* Financial statement preparation
* Financial management/resource conservation/cost savings
* Accounting controls and methods
* Supervisory process/performance review

COMMENTS

Infectious Control Risk Category III:

The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require exposure.

As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:

* Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights

* Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)

* Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

* Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias

* Employee Garden | Gardening Classes

* 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays

* 401K | Health Savings Account

To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers.

Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.

Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.