Primary Function of Position:
The Accountant supports the accounting function in delivering accurate and timely financial records in line with company policies, procedures, and closing requirements.
Working closely with Senior Accountants and cross-functional teams, this role contributes to the execution of core accounting processes including accounts payable, receivable, general ledger, and expense reporting for Spain and Portugal.
This position offers the opportunity to develop strong accounting and operational skills in a dynamic and international environment while gaining exposure to systems, processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
At Intuitive, you will share in a commitment to excellence by collaborating with world-class managers and executive leadership. We are looking for individual that can take on additional responsibility as they progress in their career and we are committed to providing an environment that fosters career growth and development. We look to hire quality individuals with integrity, high capacity for growth, personal accountability, teamwork, and drive.
If you exemplify our values and want to be part of our interesting journey in the world of robotic-assisted surgery, this is the role for you.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Execute day-to-day accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and T&E processing for assigned entities
- Ensure invoices and expense reports comply with company policies and procedures
- Verify the accuracy and appropriateness of account coding in SAP
- Prepare payment proposals and support payment execution processes
- Perform bank postings and assist with bank reconciliations
- Allocate customer payments and support AR follow-up where needed
- Review and process travel and expense reports in Concur
- Support accrual preparation and follow up with vendors or internal stakeholders as required
- Assist in external audit activities by preparing and providing required information and supporting documentation
- Participate in monthly close activities including reconciliations, VAT data preparation, and other standard close tasks
- Support Senior Accountants and Manager with analyses and data preparation (e.g., fixed assets, freight, and other expenses)
- Contribute to accurate and timely reporting by ensuring completeness of assigned tasks
- Use SAP, Coupa, and Concur to input data, generate reports, and respond to inquiries
- Collaborate with FP&A and other finance teams to support management reporting needs
- Comply with internal controls and accounting policies and maintain proper documentation
- Act as backup for other team members and support ad hoc tasks as needed.
- Collaborate in Finance projects (electronic billing,B2B e-billing,
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
- 3–5 years of experience in an accounting role
- Basic understanding of accounting principles (AP, AR, GL)
- Experience with ERP systems; SAP and Concur knowledge preferred
- Strong Excel and MS Office skills
- Fluent in English and Spanish; Portuguese is a plus
- Good communication skills and ability to work with internal teams and external providers
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work in an international and fast-paced environment
- Team player with willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities
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Intuitive is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.
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This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on
business need and/or on the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the
candidate’s qualifications, consistent with applicable law.