Job Title Chief Accountant Job Description Chief Accountant In late January, we announced that Bridgefield Capital signed an agreement to acquire Philips’ Emergency Care business which includes leading brands and products like HeartStart AEDs, Intrepid and DFM100 monitor defibrillators, Tempus monitor and Tempus ALS systems, and Corsium and ECI informatics solutions. We expect the transaction to close at the end of 2025. With Bridgefield’s support and building on our 40 year legacy of growth and innovation in emergency medical technology, the Emergency Care business will continue passionately pursuing our mission of saving lives, lowering the cost of healthcare, and advancing the science of resuscitation while serving the public access AED, EMS, military, and hospital market segments. In this role and as part of an agile company that has the dedicated resources needed to achieve its strategic goals, you’ll have every opportunity to become a part of the “NewCo” we are forming and grow both personally and professionally and potentially make an even bigger impact on the acute care space – as well as on the consumers, patients and healthcare workers who depend on these innovative life-saving solutions. Your role: Financial Integrity & Internal Controls Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements, in full compliance with IFRS or US GAAP Maintain and continuously improve the internal control framework. Ensure audit readiness and support external audit processes. Process Excellence & Compliance Drive consistent application of global R2R standards and processes across the region. Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliation, fixed assets, and intercompany activities. Champion process optimization through standardization, simplification, and automation efforts. Third-Party Management Act as the senior operational relationship manager for Infosys. Monitor service levels, resolve escalations, and collaborate on performance improvements and process enhancements. Team Leadership & People Development Lead and develop a team of 5 direct reports (controllers and BPEs). Responsible for resourcing, succession planning, performance management, and career development. Inspire and motivate your team by driving a clear vision, providing coaching, and co-owning development plans. Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance. Disentanglement & Transition to NewCo Accountable to setup the E2E accounting operations in the NewCo, and delivery financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements) with data integrity. Actively participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT), proactively identifying and addressing issues while collaborating with the disentanglement team. Provide financial expertise to support a smooth transition from Philips to the NewCo.. You're right for the role if you have: Extensive experience in accounting/finance roles with progressive responsibility. Prior experience in accounting controller role, third-party management, or carve-out environments is highly desirable. Demonstrated success in leading distributed teams and managing outsourcing partners. Knowledge in Class III medical devices is a strong plus. Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) required. Technical Skills: Expert knowledge of both IFRS and US GAAP. Proficiency in SAP and related financial systems. Strong understanding of end-to-end R2R processes. Skills & Attributes: Strong leadership and team development capabilities. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Results-driven mindset with a passion for process excellence and operational efficiency. Comfortable navigating ambiguity and change in a carve-out or transformation environment. How we work together We believe that we are better together than apart. For this office-based role, this means working in-person in Farnborough, Hampshire at least 3 days per week. If you’re interested in this role and have many, but not all, of the experiences needed, we encourage you to apply. You may still be the right candidate for this or other opportunities at Philips. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion here. LI-EU LI-Hybrid