Sr Analyst, Accounting

Posted:
8/10/2026, 7:11:05 AM

Location(s):
Heredia, Costa Rica

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Accounting

Workplace Type:
On-site

This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. 

Your role at Baxter

The Senior Manufacturing Accountant is responsible for activities related to the various manufacturing sites in a region. The role requires understanding of sophisticated accounting matters, quick problem-solving skills and tight-knit collaboration with other finance and non-finance teams.

Your Team

Our products and therapies touch the lives of millions of people around the world every day, which is why we are passionate about ground-breaking innovations that bring a more personalized care to all of us. For 87 years and counting, we have been at the critical intersection where the ideas that save and sustain lives meet the providers who make it all happen. And now, we are determined to realize our boldest opportunities to transform global healthcare for years to come!

What you'll be doing

  • We prepare manual journals as needed with adequate supporting documentation

  • We are responsible for preparing reserves such as E&O, NRV etc., and prepare manufacturing variance analysis as needed

  • We complete account reconciliations in Blackline per established deadlines

  • We respond to queries from local country finance in a timely manner

  • We provide audit support as needed

  • We support regional and global reporting requirements such as monthly Balance Sheet & P&L Flux analysis

  • We support monthly/quarterly/annual close processes

  • We ensure adherence of processes to company's policies and procedures, internal and external audit requirements and local rules and regulations; support strengthening of financial processes and controls

  • We support local, regional, and global projects, as the need arises and maintain focus on continuous process improvement opportunities

  • Additional hours at critical times (e.g., month-end) may be required. Also, and on an exceptional basis, the role may require work on public holidays

What you'll bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting (graduated)

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in inventory accounting in a shared service environment

  • Background in Manufacturing accounting is a plus

  • Confirmed experience in a multinational environment and/or audit

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

  • Good knowledge of US GAAP

  • Experience in ERP tools (JDE, SAP, Blackline, Alteryx, W-Desk) is a plus

  • Strong analytical skills

  • Excellent communication skills, respectful, flexible and “can do” mind-set

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

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Baxter International

Website: https://www.baxter.com/

Headquarter Location: Deerfield, Illinois, United States

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1931

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Grant

Industries: Biotechnology ⋅ Clinical Trials ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Medical

Visa Sponsorship: Sponsors work visas