Zimmer Biomet

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talent team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered and recognised.

What You Can Expect

Zimmer Biomet’s FP&A Center of Excellence (COE) is dedicated to driving strategic decision-making through standardized, innovative, and data-driven financial practices. The Regional FP&A COE Manager plays a pivotal role in delivering high-impact financial support, including planning, forecasting, analysis, and stakeholder engagement. This leadership position is responsible for building and guiding a high-performing team, streamlining processes, and delivering actionable insights to support business growth and operational excellence.

Reports To: Global FP&A Finance Director

Location: Regional/Bogota

Direct Reports: ≥ 8

How You'll Create Impact

Key Responsibilities

• Coach and develop a team of direct reports through regular performance reviews, succession planning, managing attrition and empowering a high performing team.
• Drive the adoption of standardized financial planning and reporting processes across regional markets and functions.
• Design and maintain templates for efficient collection and submission of financial plans and forecasts.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process efficiency and reduce manual workload.
• Own and manage the regional finance calendar to ensure timely and accurate deliverables.
• Develop baseline forecasts and financial plans that reflect anticipated adjustments and scenarios for our business partners.
• Align and resolve final forecast submissions by partnering with regional finance and cross-functional teams.
• Analyze variances between actuals, plans, and forecasts to generate meaningful insights.
• Proactively anticipate stakeholder needs and questions based on financial performance.
• Support reporting requirements through accurate and timely financial reports.
• Support special projects such as acquisitions, restatements, and business model evaluations.
• Build strong relationships with finance and cross-functional stakeholders.

What Makes You Stand Out

Core Competencies

• Proven ability to build, lead, and retain a high-performing regional FP&A COE team.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work independently and deliver accurate results.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present to senior leadership.
• Broad knowledge of accounting disciplines including revenue, distribution, sales & marketing, and R&D.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, JD Edwards, Oracle).
• Expertise in Hyperion or similar planning, forecasting and reporting systems.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective delegation and team management capabilities.
• Ability to navigate and communicate across diverse global cultures and functions.
• Navigate a matrix structure with ability to balance day-to-day instruction and influence with regional, business or function stakeholders while reporting to the Global FP&A COE Director.
• Commitment to mentoring and developing finance talent.

Your Background

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting.
• Demonstrated experience managing and developing finance professionals.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• Advanced English level.
• Previous experience working with LATAM, US and Canada.
• Strong leadership skills required.Previous experience leading work teams, building relationships, and fostering engagement.
• Previous experience standardizing and aligning financial processes across regions, areas, and business units to standardize processes and implement continuous improvement and defined work parameters.
• Advanced level in Excel, Power BI, and analytical mindset.

Travel Requirement: Up to 10%

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability