Diabetes Controller at Medtronic in Northridge, California

Job Description:

Careers that Change Lives

Team is working hybrid onsite 3 days/week in Northridge but will consider US remote worker.

If you are looking to expand business partnering skills, utilize your influencing and negotiation capabilities, and lead high-visibility projects, come join our Diabetes Controllership team! The Diabetes Group is working with the global community to change the way people manage diabetes. Together, we will transform diabetes care by expanding access, integrating care, and improving outcomes so people with diabetes can enjoy greater freedom and better health.

In this role you will be an integral member of the Global Controllership function and business partner to the Diabetes Finance leadership team. You will provide high visibility across the Diabetes organization as you help direct all aspects of financial accounting, controls, processes, and financial reporting to meet business objectives. You will play a key role in creating efficiencies and leading process improvement initiatives. Position reports directly to the Global Controller and dotted line to the Diabetes Chief Financial Officer.

You will serve as a trusted partner providing strategic advice and sounds fiduciary judgement to support decision making within the business. You will maintain a robust control environment, financial discipline and make sure the company's internal operations run smoothly, accurately and on budget.

We look for leaders who have a clear vision of where we are going and how to get there, bold inclusive thinkers who create new ideas and bring our best solutions forward to benefit our patients, business partners, and customers.

A Day in the Life

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Manages financial health, oversees reporting, mitigates risk, and preserves assets.

• Ensures implementation and adherence to internal controls for process integrity.

• Handles daily transactions, assists in budgeting, revenue recognition, and compliance.

• Responsible for accurate and timely company records.

• Owns monthly/quarterly financial close, produces reports for decision-making.

• Oversees accounting processes, including AR, AP, payroll, and compliance.

• Partners with senior leadership on spend control and strategic transformation.

• Stays updated on local, state, and federal accounting regulations.

• Collaborates in external audit functions for financial reporting compliance.

• Supports talent development and fosters an inclusive culture.

• Provides oversight to DIB Finance, optimizing internal controls and adherence.

• Directs various accounting matters including revenue recognition and restructuring.

• Builds partnerships and shares best practices across Medtronic.

• Acts as a liaison with the Controller's office and external auditors.

• Contributes financial analysis expertise and educates employees on financial tools.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of finance and/or controllership experience (or 8+ years with advanced degree) including 7+ years of managerial experience

• Medtronic experience.
• BS in Accounting or Finance, CPA, MBA qualifications.
• Global industry experience beyond the United States.
• Experience in Medical Device, Healthcare, or manufacturing within a fast-paced, matrix organization.
• Proficient in business partnering and stakeholder management, emphasizing trust and credibility.
• Strong numerical proficiency, detail-oriented, with excellent problem-solving skills and logical thinking.
• Deep understanding of internal controls and protocols, ensuring compliance.
• Broad and in-depth knowledge of Accounting and Finance principles and processes.
• Experience in designing, building, and managing business applications, controls, and reporting systems.
• Effective communication, problem-solving, and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated track record of fostering inclusivity, innovation, and ethical compliance.

About Medtronic

Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology, therapies and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.

We want to accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let's work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients' lives. Help us shape the future.

Physical Job Requirements

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. (ADA-United States of America)

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. Learn more about our benefits here .

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) on page 6 here .

The provided base salary range is used nationally (except in certain CA locations).The rate offered is compliant with federal/local regulations and may vary by experience,certification/education, market conditions, location, etc.

LTI Eligible: This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan. Learn more about Medtronic Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) here .