IT Finance - Business Systems Analyst - Close & Consolidation

Additional Locations: Costa Rica-Heredia

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At our company, we value diversity and believe it is our greatest strength. We are committed to empowering women, supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Our belief is that your diversity enriches our work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we wholeheartedly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background. Additionally, we have a Gender Equality Policy that reflects our commitment to fairness and equality in the workplace.

Hybrid Roles:

Boston Scientific's hybrid workplace includes Working From Home and onsite. You will have the opportunity to discuss details in the interview.

About the role:

Boston Scientific Information Technology is seeking detail-oriented Close & Consolidation Analyst to support global financial close, consolidation, and reporting processes within the IT Finance portfolio. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial close operations while supporting system stability, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives. 

The Close & Consolidation Analyst will partner closely with Corporate Finance, Accounting, IT, and external auditors to support Oracle FCCS, Oracle EPCM, Enterprise Data Management / Data Integration, and related Cloud applications. The ideal candidate brings a strong mix of accounting knowledge, technical EPM expertise, and audit readiness, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues during critical close cycles. 

Responsibilities:

• Support and maintain Oracle EPM Cloud – Financial Consolidation and Close (FCCS) to ensure stable and accurate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes. 
• Design, build, monitor, and troubleshoot FCCS data integrations and pipelines, including inbound and outbound data flows. 
• Manage and support data integration processes between FCCS, ERP systems, Oracle EPM Cloud applications and other applications and modules using: 
• Oracle Data Management 
• EPM Automate 
• Integration pipelines 
• Actively support month-end close activities, including resolving Actuals data issues, consolidation errors, metadata changes, and technical defects under tight timelines. 
• Partner with Finance and Accounting teams to analyze consolidation results, eliminations, FX translation, intercompany activity, and close status. 
• Serve as a key point of contact for SOX audit support related to EPM Cloud: 
• Respond to audit inquiries 
• Provide system evidence and control documentation 
• Interact directly with internal and external SOX auditors 
• Ensure all system changes and configurations comply with internal controls, SOX requirements, and accounting standards. 
• Support enhancements, upgrades, and patches across EPM Cloud environments, including testing and deployment coordination. 
• Maintain clear and compliant documentation for system configurations, integrations, controls, and operational procedures. 
• Collaborate with IT, Finance, and vendors to drive continuous improvement in close efficiency, automation, and data quality. 
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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor or Licentiate degree in Computer Science or related
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Oracle EPM Cloud (FCCS) and EPCM, or similar platforms such as OneStream, SAP, or Anaplan, including implementation and production support. 
• Strong functional understanding of: 
• Financial close and consolidation processes 
• Statutory and management reporting 
• Intercompany eliminations and FX translation 
• Hands-on experience with: 
• FCCS integrations and pipelines 
• Oracle Data Management 
• Month-end close issue troubleshooting 
• Technical skills in: 
• Requirements gathering and process modeling 
• Data analysis and reconciliation 
• Functional and technical solution design 
• Strong understanding of governance, controls, and compliance, with demonstrated experience supporting SOX audits. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to confidently engage Finance leadership and auditors. 
• Ability to operate effectively during high-pressure close cycles and across global time zones. 
• English advanced 

Requisition ID: 626511

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

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At Boston Scientific, you will find a collaborative culture driven by a passion for innovation that keeps us connected on the most essential level. With determination, imagination, and a deep caring for human life, we’re solving some of the most important healthcare industry challenges. Together, we’re one global team committed to making a difference in people’s lives around the world. This is a place where you can find a career with meaningful purpose—improving lives through your life’s work.

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