Assistant Accountant Manager Jobs in Decatur, IL

This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. 

Your Role at Baxter

Joining Baxter’s Internal Audit team means stepping into a role where your work directly supports a mission to save and sustain lives. As a nearly 100‑year‑old global leader in medical technology, Baxter offers the stability of a long‑established organization along with the opportunity to influence meaningful change. Internal Audit is a highly visible function here, giving you broad exposure across the business, access to senior leaders, and a strong pipeline for future roles in finance, operations, and beyond. You’ll gain insight into how a global company operates, contribute to initiatives that improve patient care worldwide, and benefit from competitive benefits and development opportunities that support both your career and your life outside of work.

This is an exciting time to join Baxter’s Internal Audit team as we continue to bring the function fully in‑house after years of outsourcing. The team is highly supportive, focused on development, and committed to providing pathways to rotate across the business as you grow. The role offers diverse project exposure across commercial audits, financial audits, compliance, and strategic initiatives, along with travel opportunities, certification support, and dedicated training time for professional development. With a collaborative culture and flexible work arrangements, this position provides the chance to make an impact while building a long‑term career at Baxter.

As an Internal Auditor at Baxter, you will be responsible for using a risk‑based approach, assisting with planning for and performing audit testing procedures for financial and operational audits, management consulting projects, SOX testing, and other projects, in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors Global Internal Audit Standards.

This position is based at our Deerfield, IL headquarters on a hybrid schedule and includes up to 25% domestic and international travel. The role requires collaboration with global teams across multiple time zones.

What you'll be doing

• Under the supervision of the senior auditor or manager assist in performing a variety of financial, operational and other projects according to the internal audit plan by understanding processes, identifying key risks, and contributing to scoping discussions.

• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls and identify risks, control gaps, deficiencies, or opportunities for improvement.

• Conduct testing of transactions and internal controls.

• Leverage audit software and data tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Optro) to perform testing and analytics.

• Validate adherence to company policies, procedures, or other relevant requirements.

• Document audit procedures, findings, and evidence in workpapers accurately and completely.

• Draft clear and concise audit findings and help communicate preliminary observations to audit seniors or manager.

• Escalate issues to senior auditors or manager when appropriate.

• Embed a culture of dedication and continuous improvement within the Internal Audit department and auditees.

• Support with SOX testing activities, as needed.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or other relevant field.

• Technical and financial knowledge, including internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and accounting principles (e.g., GAAP/IFRS).

• 1+ years of progressive relevant experience, preferably audit experience in the Big 4 or other public accounting firms.

• Ability to perform data analysis, reconcile information, identify potential risks, and test controls.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, audit software, and data tools (i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Optro, PowerBI, etc.).

• Accounting or audit certification and foreign language skills are preferred.

• Interest in learning or working with emerging technologies (e.g., AI-enabled tools, automation, data analytics) as internal audit continues to evolve.

• Strong professional skepticism, time management, effective cross‑time zone and cross‑geography coordination, and the ability to independently execute assigned tasks.

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $68,000 -$93,500. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses and long-term incentive. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

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