DANAHER CORPORATION OVERVIEW:

Danaher is a global science and technology innovator committed to helping its customers solve complex challenges and improving quality of life around the world. Its family of world class brands has leadership positions in the demanding and attractive health care, environmental and applied end-markets. With more than 20 operating companies, Danaher's globally diverse team of approximately 60,000 associates is united by a common culture and operating system, the Danaher Business System, and our Shared Purpose, Helping Realize Life's Potential. For more information, please visit www.danaher.com.

Typical EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• BS or BA Degree in Finance or Accounting required; CPA is strongly preferred.
• Experience in a public accounting firm is required; large international accounting firm is preferred.
• Strong global business perspective with understanding of a multinational organization with multiple business units is preferred

When you join us, you'll also be joining Danaher's global organization, where 69,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you'll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.

Openings for Manager, Corporate Finance

Manager, Financial Reporting Operations

Current opening: Senior Financial Analyst

POSITION SUMMARY:

The candidate for this position will be a critical member of the finance team and a principle financial advisor to our businesses and senior management. This individual will be responsible for reviewing and validating financial results for actuals, forecast, and budget submissions. This position is a unique blend of financial planning and analysis with classic accounting skills. This individual will analyze, classify, and review financial data and provide interpretation of results for use by all levels of management.

The candidate will work closely with corporate personnel and will be a key point of contact for operating companies (Opcos) in regard to accounting and reporting issues. Career progression opportunities exist within the finance groups of our OpCos as well as the corporate finance group in financial planning and analysis as well as controllership roles.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews and validates each OpCo's actual and forecasted financial results on a monthly basis and provides analytical reports of business performance to senior management.
• Prepares reports of core value drivers for distribution to senior management.
• Participates in and supports monthly actuals and forecast processes.
• Participates in and supports annual budgeting process.
• Prepares annual intangibles impairment review using OpCo submissions.
• Reviews monthly debt schedules.
• Prepares and reviews monthly account reconciliations.
• Reviews the weekly sales and bookings submissions by OpCo, and distributes results to CEO, CFO, and other senior management on a weekly basis.
• Prepares control sheets (journal entries for intercompany transactions).
• Navigates within OneStream and pulls financial data directly from OneStream in Excel (through OneStream XF) on a daily basis to either distribute to various parts of the Company or perform analysis.
• Prepares ad hoc financial reports in a timely and accurate manner for business CFOs and Corporate Finance leadership.
• Acts as a resource for OpCo personnel in interpretations of Danaher's Finance policies.
• Plays a leading role in evaluating and implementing changes to improve processes within the organization.

MAJOR OBJECTIVES AND CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Detail oriented
• Fast learner who can rapidly adapt to Danaher's culture and gain the confidence of the Danaher Leadership Team.
• Ability to manage competing requests and prioritize on a real-time basis
• Must have high intelligence
• Be able to influence peers, subordinates, and superiors
• Ability to analyze complicated issues and boil down to the key points, develop action plans, and implement them

MOST IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Passion for results and attention to detail without losing sight of the big picture.
• Capability to function as both a team member and team leader.
• Capability of operating in a fast-moving, ever changing environment and ability to make tough, difficult accounting and financial-related decisions.
• Ability to analyze and translate financial information and results into workable information for communication to operating management.
• Ability to conduct detailed business and financial analyses to identify potential problems, determine root causes, and recommend appropriate solutions is necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A working knowledge of US GAAP is expected.
• Proficiency in Planning & Analysis and accounting are expected.
• Must have strong interpersonal and communications skills.
• Ability to work independently yet manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• High energy and able to handle conflict.
• Ability to work well in a cross-functional, matrixed organization.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• BS or BA Degree in Finance or Accounting required; CPA is strongly preferred.
• Experience in a public accounting firm is required; large international accounting firm is preferred.
• Strong global business perspective with understanding of a multinational organization with multiple business units is preferred

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports to the Director, Corporate Finance & Accounting
• Significant interaction with:
  • Chief Accounting Officer
  • Vice President - Corporate Controller
  • Vice President - Finance
  • Vice President - Investor Relations
  • Vice President - FP&A
  • Senior Manager - FP&A
  • Assistant Controller, Treasury
  • Assistant Controller, Financial Reporting
  • OpCo CFOs.

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When you join us, you'll also be joining Danaher's global organization, where 69,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you'll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

The EEO posters are available here.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [email protected] to request accommodation.

If you've ever wondered what's within you, there's no better time to find out.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

The EEO posters are available here.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [email protected] to request accommodation.

If you've ever wondered what's within you, there's no better time to find out.

When you join us, you'll also be joining Danaher's global organization, where 80,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you'll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

The EEO posters are available here.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [email protected] to request accommodation.

If you've ever wondered what's within you, there's no better time to find out.