Join a team that is changing millions of lives.
, we believe a great smile can transform a person’s life, so we create technology that gives people the confidence to take on whatever’s next. We revolutionized the orthodontic industry with the introduction of the Invisalign system, and we have never lost sight of that spirit of innovation. Our diverse and collaborative teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
Align is the industry leader and innovator in medical devices which focuses on revolutionizing the dental and orthodontic industry. Align, the makers of Invisalign ® is looking for a. This exciting new role would be part of a culture that is helping to improve lives every day through digital dentistry. Theerations of Align’s subsidiary in Costa Rica, working as business partner supporting the Costa Rica site leaders as well as other function leaders to achieve the company financial and operating target. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a blend of practical experience, strategic foresight, and effective communication skills, thriving in a dynamic and adaptable setting. Collaborating with the U.S. Corporate Finance and Accounting team, the role will be pivotal in upholding the precision and credibility of the organization's financial and accounting records, internal controls, and business information systems. This role will be part of Align Technology goal to deliver the next generation of clear aligners (Invisalign®) to our customers. We would love for you to join a fun and cutting-edge technology company that has helped create millions of smiles.
Accounting/Financial Reporting
- Supervise and coordinate daily accounting activities, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger maintenance, and financial reporting.
- Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Prepare financial statements to provide management with timely and accurate financial information for decision-making.
- Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion of financial reports.
- Collaborate with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits and ensure adherence to audit requirements.as well as ensure compliance to tax laws in respective tax jurisdictions.
Business Partnering/Compliance
- Provide business support to Cost Rica operation leaders. Review and rationalize the financial inputs for the annual operating plan and monthly forecasts, ensuring financial plans are linked with corporate objectives, and ensuring all inputs/assumptions are clearly documented and deadlines are effectively met. Provide all relevant bridges between financial forecasts to ensure changes are understood and make business sense.
- Responsible for working capital management including AR collection and payment processing and controls
- Implement and maintain an effective and efficient system of internal financial controls and maintain a qualified Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) certification
- Establish local SO&Ps, maintain and update local policies to ensure compliance with Corporate Policies and recommend operational and/or control improvements.
- Initiate business process changes that make processes more effective or eliminate manual workarounds, especially those related to finance processes.
- Ad hoc financial projects
- Provide leadership, oversight and mentoring to the Costa Rica Finance team. Manage and develop the team (see organization chart below) through performance management, skills development, cross training and succession planning.
- Engages relevant knowledge base and resource expertise to get complete picture of business issue or opportunity, to ensure competence while providing professional support to the business
- Responsive to changes in company direction by being able to adapt quickly.
- Manage unexpected issue, leverage proper resources (internal/external) to seek for trouble shooting, minimize impact to business.
Typically:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Incorporated to the Colegio de Contadores Públicos de Costa Rica.
- Bilingual English-Spanish
- Strong understanding of fully integrated ERP system SAP. Knowledge of JDE is a plus.
- Knowledge of USGAP.
- Documented and strong knowledge of Costa Rican government “free zone” requirements and regulations.
- 8-10 years accounting experience with mid to large U.S. publicly held companies with at least +5 years supporting manufacturing operations.
- Working experience in a multinational company environment, with ability to operate in diverse cultures.
- Advanced excel skills.
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About Align
. Our global team of talented employees develop innovative technology, tools, and treatment options to help dental professionals worldwide achieve the clinical results they expect. Our digital ecosystem combines the power of technology to create beautiful smiles through the integration of AI and machine learning, digital imaging and visualization, biomechanics, and material science to develop the Invisalign system, the most advanced clear aligner system in the world; iTero Intraoral Scanners and OrthoCAD digital services. Did you know? Align is the world’s largest manufacturer of custom 3D-printed materials.
By joining Align, you will be part of a global, fast-growing company in one of the most dynamic industries. Great people, innovative technologies, and meaningful work – these are just some of the thing’s employees say make Align Technology a great place to work.
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Global Diversity Statement:
At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we will continue building a workforce of diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences and fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion for all our employees. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities. All with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time.
It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity in all our employment practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression or any other legally protected category. Applicants for positions with Align must be legally authorized to work in the country which they are applying for, and verification of employment eligibility will be required as a condition of hire.
