Job DescriptionAt Thermo Fisher Scientific, our Finance teams are essential to our business and functional teams to make educated, sound decisions that drive our Mission and make us a stable and trusted industry leader. From Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax, Treasury, Financial Reporting, Audit, Investor Relations, Strategy & Corporate Development to Accounting, our Finance functions have a diverse and global presence, providing significant opportunities to develop unique career experiences and perspectives. Ranked #95 on the 2021 Fortune 500 list and with revenues of more than $35 billion, you’ll discover endless opportunities to grow a rewarding career as part of the world leader serving science.Thermo Fisher is seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Accountant III who will be responsible for day-to-day accounting and month end close activities, financial analysis and other duties supporting the accounting function within the Life Sciences Solutions Group (LSG) of Thermo Fisher Scientific.Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform monthly closing activities including closing of sub-ledger, journal entries, accruals, account reconciliation and analysis
Ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, company policy, approval authority matrix and standard operating procedure; recommends changes to strengthen control environment
Confirm monthly balances with intercompany partners. Perform monthly intercompany netting to ensure proper recording of transactions
Prepare monthly roll-forwards and other financial reports
Partner with FP&A, shared services accounting team and other departments to meet monthly corporate accounting and finance submission deadlines
Prepare sales and use tax and Property Tax returns
Assist accounts payable transactions for inventory purchases, including coding, posting, etc.
Assist year-end 1099 IRS forms and maintain W-9 supplier files. Maintain current status of IRS regulations relating to year-end reporting
Provide analysis and support to finance and operations leadership to ensure proper controls and business management
Drives continuous improvement and while using systems to increase controls and efficiencies
Other miscellaneous projects and duties as assigned
Provide coverage (backup) to support other accounting and finance duties when necessary
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
Minimum of 3+years of finance and/or accounting experience
Knowledge of commonly used accounting concepts, practices and procedures (including Sarbanes-Oxley and GAAP) required
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Adobe
ERP systems and electronic documentation experience desired
Ability to accurately process high volumes of work, prioritize duties, meet deadlines, and work independently while maintaining strong relationships with internal and external customers
Excellent attention to detail
Validated analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to develop high levels of credibility and forge and positive professional relationships with all levels of the organization, including upper management
Ability to be flexible in work schedule as business requirements dictate (month-end close)
Demonstrate Thermo Fisher Scientific values – Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement
Ability to work in a complex, multi-level environment and have the ability to work cross-functionally with individuals and teams
Compensation and BenefitsThe salary range estimated for this position based in California is $83,300.00–$125,000.00.This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewardsThermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.