Edwards Lifesciences (Business Service Center in the Czech Republic) has been a hub for talented individuals seeking impactful careers that help patients worldwide. We exist to provide innovative solutions for people fighting cardiovascular disease and now, in support of this mission, we’re expanding our Finance function. We invite you to be part of this exciting journey.
As part of Global Corporate Treasury team, your application of financial business practices will play a critical role in how we continue our positive impact as a global organization. Whether providing cash and liquidity management, Trade finance, Investment, Intercompany lending/netting or business partnering, you’ll be part of the team helping to optimize our current and long-term success and enable our ongoing strategy of innovation, leadership, and focus.
We welcome you to learn more about this position and the opportunity to join our diverse and inclusive team. If this interests you, we encourage you to apply and help shape the future of Finance in service of patient-centric innovation.
Location: Prague 8.
Please apply in English.
How you’ll make an impact:
- The Senior Manager will actively manage and support the EMEA Treasury Cash Management team, including daily cash positioning, cash pooling, electronic payment processing, and maintenance of Treasury Management System data.
- Prepare daily cash positioning and cash forecasting to ensure adequate liquidity for transactions by partnering with the regions (primarily focusing on EMEA) to support banking and treasury needs.
- Actively use key modules in Kyriba TMS (Bank Relationship, Cash and Liquidity, Financial Transactions, Payment, Core Data), maintain core data set-up within the treasury management system (Kyriba), and implement enhancements to the treasury management system and connected systems.
- Manage banking relationships with core global banks and local banks in the EMEA region within the delegated mandate, focusing on having the best banking partners for cash management services.
- Improve the operational efficiency of EMEA Treasury operations in terms of digitalization, automation, streamlining, and accuracy.
- Execute wires for the settlement of Treasury payments (funding requests, intercompany netting settlements, FX hedges, and ad hoc Treasury-related payments).
- Administer the online banking portal, including the addition, modification, and deletion of users, as well as the administration of bank accounts (opening and closing) and associated KYC support.
- Manage trade finance activities (guarantee facilities, guarantee issuance, review of documentary payments) and partner with business units on risk mitigation.
- Manage the credit card program – maintain the credit card program, manage the credit card limits, and partner with T&E regarding credit card program implementation.
- Build and maintain partnerships across the organization and contribute added value (partner with Business Service Center teams, sales team, local finance teams, business operation teams, legal and HR teams).
- Support SOX and external audits
What you'll need (Required):
Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting AND approx. 10 years of previous related experience in Cash Management in EMEA region required
What else we look for (Preferred):
- Experience with treasury management system (Kyriba) preferred
- Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and investigative skills
- Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
- Strict attention to detail
- Solid experience with MS Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint and related financial systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including consultative and relationship management skills
- Solid knowledge and understanding of Edwards policies, procedures, and guidelines relevant to reporting and month-end processes
- Good understanding of SOX controls
- Solid knowledge of financial concepts and principles
- Expertise in own functional area and ability to coach others in various functional areas impacted within the business
- Ability to interact professionally and independently with all organizational levels
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work in a team environment, including inter-departmental teams and key contact representing the department on projects
What is it like to work at Edwards Lifesciences in the Czech Republic?
As a global leader in patient-focused medical innovations, we offer rewarding opportunities and exciting challenges in a truly international, dynamic and friendly work environment.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can grow, personally and professionally. To achieve this, we offer on-the-job development, training opportunities and the support and guidance provided by dedicated employee groups (the Edwards Network of Women, Edwards Foundation charity team, sustainability activities, and others).
Edwards Lifesciences in the Czech Republic also offers the following benefits:
- Competitive Compensation and Benefits package
- Flexible working hours, remote working
- Pension Plan Risk Life Insurance
- Virtual Medical Clinic (online access to healthcare)
- Meal Benefits
- Service Awards
- Enhanced Sick Leave Benefits
- Flexible Benefit Plan (Cafeteria)
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive Wellness Program including onsite gym, Yoga, Pilates or SM System classes, massages, fresh fruit in the office, healthy lifestyle workshops, educational events, charity activities and much more.
Benefits are regulated by an internal policy which contains the full details regarding the entitlement and conditions for the benefits. Benefits policy and components may vary by location.
