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At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. Youll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.
Diabetes Operating Unit & Our Purpose
The Diabetes Operating Unit focuses on improving the lives of those within the global diabetes community. As a business, we strive to empower people with diabetes to live life on their terms by delivering innovation that truly matters and providing support in the ways they need it. Were committed to meeting people with diabetes where they are in their journey, always with an aim to make their lives easier. We are a nearly $3 billion, USA-based medical technology business. Our portfolio of innovative solutions is designed to provide customers with greater freedom and better health, helping them achieve better glucose control, while spending less time managing their disease.
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This position is an exciting opportunity to work with Medtronic's Diabetes business. Medtronic has announced its intention to separate the Diabetes division to promote future growth and innovation within the business and reallocate investments and resources across Medtronic, subject to applicable information and consultation requirements. This separation provides our team with a bold opportunity to unleash our potential, enabling us to operate with greater speed and agility. As a separate entity, we anticipate leveraging increased investments to drive meaningful innovation and enhance our impact on patient care.
This global, leadership position will be based in Northridge, CA, part of the Los Angeles metropolitan area.
The Opportunity
We are a high-growth company at the intersection of MedTech innovation and advanced manufacturing, preparing to complete a strategic IPO split that will position our standalone business for long-term success in the public markets. With global operations spanning R&D, manufacturing, and commercial distribution across North America, Europe, and Asia, our mission is to deliver cutting-edge healthcare solutions with unmatched operational excellence.
We are seeking an experienced Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) to architect and lead the financial foundation of our soon-to-be-public entity. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), you will lead the establishment of independent accounting operations, public company financial reporting processes, and global compliance structures necessary for the success of the new organization.
As a key member of the executive leadership team, you will serve as the top accounting executive, ensuring transparency, integrity, and regulatory compliance while building a world-class accounting organization. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance, along with operational experience across international manufacturing and supply chains. This is a rare opportunity to play a foundational role in a high-impact business poised for transformative growth.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:
IPO & Public Company Readiness
Lead all accounting and reporting aspects of the IPO and corporate separation process.
Own technical accounting decisions, IPO disclosures, and coordination with auditors, legal, and external advisors.
Ensure financial statements, internal controls, and infrastructure meet public company standards from Day 1.
Partner with the CFO on S-1 preparation, investor communications, earnings releases, and quarterly reporting.
Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting
Oversee global accounting operations, including monthly/quarterly close, consolidation, and external reporting.
Lead preparation and filing of all SEC documents (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, etc.), ensuring timeliness and compliance.
Establish robust accounting policies aligned with U.S. GAAP and evolving regulatory requirements.
Manage financial systems strategy (ERP, chart of accounts) to drive scalability and automation.
Internal Controls, Audit & Compliance
Build and maintain a SOX-compliant control environment across the enterprise.
Lead relationships with internal and external auditors; manage all audit processes and timelines.
Design and enforce policies across accounting, treasury, procurement, and tax.
Oversee enterprise risk management in collaboration with legal and compliance teams.
Global Operations & Strategic Finance
Manage accounting operations across international subsidiaries, plants, and distribution hubs.
Lead global consolidations, foreign currency accounting, and intercompany transactions.
Implement effective transfer pricing policies and support tax strategy and compliance.
Act as a strategic finance partner to R&D, supply chain, and commercial leaders.
Leadership & Team Development
Build and lead a high-performing global accounting organization, including corporate and regional controllership.
Recruit, develop, and retain top accounting talent across disciplines and geographies.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
CPA or equivalent certification.
15+ years of progressive accounting and financial leadership experience (or 13+ with an advanced degree), including 13+ years of managerial experience.
Nice to Have: Preferred Requirements
Demonstrated success in IPO, SPAC, or spin-off execution.
Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX 404 compliance.
Experience in MedTech, life sciences, or complex manufacturing environments.
Strong command of global accounting topics including foreign currency, transfer pricing, and international consolidation.
Expertise in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and financial reporting tools.
Proven ability to build scalable financial infrastructure in high-growth settings.
Excellent communication skills, with experience engaging boards and audit committees.
A strategic mindset with the ability to lead through change and ambiguity.
Why Join Us?
Shape the financial future of a newly independent public company.
Be part of a purpose-driven organization delivering breakthrough healthcare innovation.
Lead a sophisticated global finance operation with the platform to scale.
Collaborate with a visionary executive team focused on long-term success and operational excellence.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance , Health Savings Account , Healthcare Flexible Spending Account , Life insurance, Long-term disability leave , Dependent daycare spending account , Tuition assistance/reimbursement , and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match , Short-term disability , Paid time off , Paid holidays ]]> <
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