At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our Finance teams are important 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 outstanding career experiences and perspectives. Ranked #95 on the 2021 Fortune 500 list and with revenues of more than $40 billion, you'll discover endless opportunities to grow an exciting career as part of the world leader serving science!
Location/Division Specific Information
The position supports the Life Sciences Solutions Group and is based in Carlsbad, CA.
How you will make an impact:
As Sr. Manager- Group Accounting, you will be responsible for compliance with the Company's accounting policies while also supporting various group accounting functions. This is an opportunity to work cross-functionally and partner with the business to build scalable processes and enable growth for Thermo Fisher Scientific.
What you will do:
Supporting Group Controllership functions, including remediation of internal control deficiencies
Applying and implementing Company's AR, credit and revenue policy
Technical accounting research of complex issues to ensure accurate accounting treatment
Support adherence to important metrics especially around AR, bad debt and DSO
Support maintenance of complete and accurate standard operating procedures and SOX related internal control documentation and AAM
Ensure that global accounting functions are being performed as stated in company procedures, financial close schedule, and in accordance with US GAAP and SOX
Coordination with external and internal auditors on audits and quarterly reviews
Identify and drive initiatives for continuous process improvement
How you will get here:
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
Advanced Qualification Preferred (CPA)
Experience
9+ years of dynamic accounting experience with at least 5 years of management experience; prior experience with shared services is highly desired
Proven understanding of U.S. GAAP with demonstrated advanced accounting and technical skills
Experience with JDE E1 and Hyperion Financial Management preferred
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills and knows how to influence without authority.
Strong written communication skills, along with clear and concise verbal skills, are required.
Lead multiple assignments, has good judgment, and prioritizes projects and time efficiently
Continuous improvement mindset with a successful track record of optimizing processes
Ability to thrive in a large, matrixed, international organization and have the ability to work cross-functionally with individuals and teams
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $130,000.00-$194,950.00.
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-rewards
