Technical Accounting Director

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LivaNova is a global medical technology company built on nearly five decades of experience and a relentless commitment to improving the lives of patients around the world. Our advanced technologies and breakthrough treatments provide meaningful solutions for the benefit of patients, healthcare professionals, and healthcare systems.  The company is listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol “ LIVN .”  LivaNova is headquartered in London (UK) with a presence in over 100 countries and a team of more than 3,000 employees worldwide.                                                                     

RESPONSIBILITY AND AUTHORITY

This position reports directly to the Assistant Controller within the Chief Accounting Officer organization. This position is responsible for ensuring that the Company is complying with various technical accounting requirements, including but not limited to revenue recognition, equity investments, leases, equity compensation, debt and derivative valuation, goodwill impairment analysis, and contingent consideration arrangements. In addition, the position is responsible for accounting for any mergers or acquisitions activity and ensuring that any acquired accounting functions are properly integrated. This position also oversees the management of the Company's lease accounting software and processes. This position is a highly engaged accounting support role that works directly with multiple functional areas across the organization, including finance, corporate development, tax, treasury, and operations.

PRIMARY ACTIVITIES

• Oversee the process of researching, documenting, and resolving technical accounting issues in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS, including monitoring, communicating, and implementing new and emerging standards.

• Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and systems, considering the implications of new accounting standards.

• Lead technical accounting aspects of significant transactions, including advising business partners on the structuring of potential transactions to ensure compliance with US GAAP and optimize accounting outcomes.

• Oversee review of significant contracts, including revenue contracts, for proper accounting.

• Manage technical accounting aspects related to mergers and acquisitions, including purchase accounting, valuations, memorandums, supporting documentation to internal and external audits, and coordination with global entities regarding accounting adjustments.

• Oversee processes requiring external valuation specialists.

• Manage the continuous review and update of Global accounting policies and procedures, including training throughout the organization.

• Review and provide guidance on journal entries related to complex accounting areas.

• Oversee developing and delivering a training program for accounting functions and other departments on technical accounting matters.

• Oversee internal controls to ensure compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX).

• Lead the goodwill and asset impairment review process.

• Collaborate with internal and external auditors on technical accounting topics, new accounting pronouncements, and their respective impact and application.

• Liaise with the Financial Reporting department to provide input to external filings.

• Assist and, at times, manage special projects, including preparing audit committee and senior leadership presentations, developing training and accounting documentation, coordinating across stakeholder groups, and implementing other initiatives as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in accounting

• Active CPA license or similar designation

• 10+ years of accounting experience with at least 5+ years of Big Four public accounting experience

• Strong technical understanding and expertise in the practical application of US GAAP (IFRS is a plus)

• Subject matter expertise will include revenue recognition, M&A, goodwill, and fair valuations.

• Strong knowledge of SOX compliance

• Demonstrated problem-solving ability (identify problems and develop/implement solutions) and analytical skills.

• Excellent communication, written and verbal, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong leadership skills and ability to work well cross-functionally.

• Hands-on mentality and approach – lead by doing and becoming an integral part of the team.

• Able to manage and execute changes in job responsibilities as they arise.

• Expert proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in the healthcare industry

Employee benefits include: 

• Health benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision 

• Personal and Vacation Time 

• Retirement & Savings Plan (401K) 

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan 

• Training & Education Assistance 

• Bonus Referral Program 

• Service Awards 

• Employee Recognition Program 

• Flexible Work Schedules 

Pay: A reasonable estimate of the annual base salary for this position is $150,000 - $250,000 + discretionary annual bonuses. Pay ranges may vary by location. 

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

LivaNova values equality and celebrates diversity. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is fair, transparent and free from unlawful discrimination.

Our selection process is driven by the key demands/requirements for the role rather than bias or discrimination on the basis of a candidate’s sex, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job-related disability/handicap or medical condition, family status, sexual orientation, religion, color, ethnicity, race or any other legally protected classification.

Notice to third party agencies:

Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Services Agreement, we will not consider, or agree to, payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event that a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, we explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

Beware of Job Scams:

Please beware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons posing as LivaNova recruiters or employees. The scammers may attempt to solicit confidential, personal information, such as a social security number, or your financial information. LivaNova will never ask for fees prior/during/after the application process, nor will we ask for banking details or personal financial information in return for the assurance of employment. If you are concerned that an offer of employment might be a scam or that the recruiter is not legitimate, please verify by searching for “See Open Jobs” on https://www.livanova.com/en-us/careers, and check that all recruitment emails come from an @livanova.com email address.