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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:
We seek a Senior Accounting Assistant to contribute to our mission to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. You'll be part of our Record to Report (RtR) Accounting Operations Team, handling important financial processes and collaborating across teams. This role offers excellent opportunities for growth while working with advanced financial systems and tools in a deadline-oriented environment.
Working with various ERP systems and financial management tools, you'll process accounting transactions, reconcile accounts, and ensure data accuracy while maintaining strong internal controls. You'll work with stakeholders to resolve financial matters and contribute to continuous process improvements. This position requires strong attention to detail, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to succeed in a professional environment.
REQUIREMENTS:
• 1 years of experience in accounting operations, preferably in a multinational organization
• Preferred Fields of Study: Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA) is an advantage
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, JDE) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes
• Fluent written and verbal English communication skills
• Experience with intercompany transactions and reconciliations
• Experience with Cash Accounting transactions and reconciliations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Experience with financial reporting and month-end close processes
• Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal controls
• Ability to adapt to new systems and processes
• Strong service mindset and team collaboration skills
• Experience with Oracle, ARCS, BlackLine, or similar financial tools is a plus
Skills Required
- At least 1 year of experience in accounting operations, preferably in a multinational organization
- Degree or studies in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
- Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA, or CIMA
- Strong proficiency with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or JDE
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
- Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes
- Fluent written and verbal English communication skills
- Experience with intercompany transactions and reconciliations
- Experience with cash accounting transactions and reconciliations
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Experience with financial reporting and month-end close processes
- Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal controls
- Ability to adapt to new systems and processes
- Strong service mindset and team collaboration skills
- Experience with Oracle, ARCS, BlackLine, or similar financial tools
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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