Manager, External Financial Reporting

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Alcon is a Swiss-based, dual-listed company (NYSE and SIX). Our current financial reporting is on the IFRS basis of accounting and follows SEC requirements for a foreign private issuer ("FPI"), including the issuance of a Form 20-F and quarterly Form 6-Ks.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As Manager, External Financial Reporting supporting our Finance Reporting & Accounting (FRA) team, you will report to the Director, External Financial Reporting and play an integral role in Alcon's reporting for the quarterly earnings cycle. In addition to working on financial statement disclosures, you will support the Director with execution of the quarterly SOX 302 process, collaborate closely with counterparts in the Technical Accounting and Consolidations & Reporting teams, and participate in various consolidated reporting reviews as part of the month-end and quarter-end processes.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Execution of external financial reporting in accordance with IFRS, SEC and Swiss SIX regulations, including quarterly interim financial reports and year-end annual report

• Prepare financial reporting disclosures for assigned areas, including documentation of corroborative back up, completion of associated disclosure checklist section, and execution of any corresponding SOX 404 key controls.

NOTE: Assignments are regularly rotated across External Reporting team members to ensure team member development. Example financial statement / disclosure areas which may be assigned to the Manager, External Financial Reporting include: Primary financial statements, Segment information, Related Parties, Cash Flow Additional Details, Inventory, PP&E, Financial Instruments. Financial Debts

• Support Director in management of cross-functional earnings calendar, including advance scheduling of key reviews

• Support Director in execution of quarterly SOX 302 process, including management of Workiva system and collection of sub-certification letters from regions and functions

• Participation in Global FRA US GAAP conversion project, including review of work papers prepared by dedicated US GAAP project team members for assigned areas

• Regular interaction with cross-functional colleagues to coordinate key inputs needed for external reporting (e.g., Tax, manufacturing, Treasury, Finance)

• Performance of ad hoc research on technical accounting matters and SEC / IFRS disclosure requirements and keep current on new reporting requirements or trends

• Adherence to and communication of accounting and auditing policies and procedures and internal controls

• May prepare written technical accounting and financial reporting position papers for review

• May assist with ESG reporting readiness

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+ 9 yrs)
• Ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
• 5 Years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Accounting and/or Finance

• CPA Certification/Chartered Accountant

• Accounting experience - Public and Industry

• Comprehensive knowledge of IFRS (GAAP), accounting and financial reporting requirements

• Strong analytical skills

How You Can Thrive At Alcon:

• Benefit from a growing, innovative environment.

• Sharpen your current skills and gain exposure within different areas of the business.

• Join Alcon's mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight and improve lives!

• Work Hours: Standard Hours, Monday-Friday

• Travel Requirements: 0%

• Relocation assistance: No

• Sponsorship available: Yes

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