Manager, Accounting at Thermo Fisher Scientific in Durham, North Carolina

Job Description:

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)



Environmental Conditions

Office



Job Description




What sets this opportunity apart



At Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., we offer you the chance to lead an outstanding team in a world-class environment. Our ambitious goals and proven track record in scientific innovation make this a great opportunity for growth and impact. You will play a meaningful role in driving flawless financial operations and ensuring compliance, all while encouraging a collaborative and inclusive team culture.



Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of accountants through a standardized monthly close process


• Manage a team that will design, implement, and monitor processes, controls, and systems.


• Recommend and implement changes to policies and processes to strengthen the control environment


• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, company policy, approval authority matrix, and standard operating procedures


• Apply knowledge and provide mentorship on financial accounting transactions


• Verify accuracy and completeness of financial documents and supplementary reporting through accounting procedures and balance sheet reviews


• Lead the fulfillment of internal and external audit requirements


• Form solutions to operational issues beyond the finance department


• Drive continuous improvement and use systems to increase controls and efficiencies


• Listen proactively and collaborate across functional lines


• Ensure effective data security and controls within ERP, financial systems, and data flows


• Exercise sound data stewardship by following data policies (retention, privacy, security) and detailing procedures

• Proven experience in managing accounting teams


• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements


• Expertise in financial systems and ERP


• Outstanding leadership and mentorship skills


• Ability to successfully implement and monitor financial controls


• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail


• BA degree