Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions
OfficeJob Description
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
DESCRIPTION
Due to expansion, we have an excellent opportunity for an Accountant I to join our Protein Diagnostics (PDX) Division’s Finance Team based in Birmingham and contribute to the success of our expanding Finance Department. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an organisation considered a global leader in its field which offers great career development and opportunities.
This role is Hybrid - 3 days in the Birmingham office and 2 days remote.
As an Accountant I specializing in cash and banking operations, you'll manage treasury functions, cash forecasting, and bank account reconciliations while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a global environment. Based in Birmingham, you'll support the Protein Diagnostics (PDX) division, playing a critical role in optimizing cash management processes, ensuring compliance with VAT regulations, and supporting the company's continued growth and success through accurate financial management and reporting.
REQUIREMENTS
2-3 years of experience in cash management, treasury, or banking operations
Strong knowledge of VAT rules and regulations across multiple jurisdictions
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Experience with cash forecasting, liquidity management, and banking relationships
Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA) is advantageous
Strong understanding of accounting principles, month-end close processes, and financial controls
Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities with high attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Experience with bank account reconciliations and cash-related journal entry preparation
Knowledge of internal control frameworks related to cash handling
Strong organizational skills with ability to meet strict deadlines
Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
Experience with treasury management systems and financial reporting tools (BlackLine) advantageous
Understanding of foreign exchange and multi-currency transactions
System automation and process improvement mindset
Customer-focused approach with ability to build strong stakeholder relationships
Ability to adapt to new technologies and processes
Demonstrated commitment to integrity and professional ethics
What we offer:
Free on site car parking
Contributory Pension
Private medical insurance
Flexible benefits
Study support
Skills Required
- 2-3 years of experience in cash management, treasury, or banking operations
- Strong knowledge of VAT rules and regulations across multiple jurisdictions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience with cash forecasting, liquidity management, and banking relationships
- Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA or CIMA
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, month-end close processes, and financial controls
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities with high attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Experience with bank account reconciliations and cash-related journal entry preparation
- Knowledge of internal control frameworks related to cash handling
- Strong organizational skills with ability to meet strict deadlines
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
- Experience with treasury management systems and financial reporting tools such as BlackLine
- Understanding of foreign exchange and multi-currency transactions
- System automation and process improvement mindset
- Customer-focused approach with ability to build strong stakeholder relationships
- Ability to adapt to new technologies and processes
- Demonstrated commitment to integrity and professional ethics
Thermo Fisher Scientific Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Thermo Fisher Scientific and has not been reviewed or approved by Thermo Fisher Scientific.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a strong company 401(k) match and an employee stock purchase plan that add meaningful long‑term value. Feedback suggests these features stand out among core financial benefits even when base pay feels average.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple national medical options alongside dental and vision, with company‑paid life and disability coverage. This breadth is considered a solid foundation even if some costs may not be the lowest among peers.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and caregiver leave, backup care, adoption assistance, and specialized family resources are available. Feedback suggests these supports are a notable plus for colleagues managing family and caregiving needs.
Thermo Fisher Scientific Insights
What We Do
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.
Why Work With Us
You will join a company which every colleague has the opportunity to create possibilities, for oneself, for our customers and patients. There is no more exciting place to be than at the forefront of solving problems which help improve lives around the world. As a company, we are committed to supporting your career aspirations and your journey.
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