Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Job Description

The Technical Accounting Manager for the Pharma Services Group (PSG) will address technical accounting issues including ASC 606 revenue recognition, inventory, long-lived assets, transaction structuring, leases and real estate transactions, adoption of new standards, acquisition accounting, due diligence, and support of finance operations in the application of US GAAP.

What You'll DoDemonstrate expertise in US GAAP by clarifying accounting policies, proactively researching topics, and assisting sites with implementation of new accounting pronouncementsCollaborate with business teams to structure sales contracts for favorable and accurate ASC 606 revenue recognitionEvaluate sales contracts to ensure compliance with US GAAP and prepare ad-hoc memorandums for leadership on significant and complex contractsMonitor and oversee internal controls around revenue recognition accounting in accordance with company policies and develop/document contract review processesReview balance sheet and income statement fluxes to analyze financial performanceSupport and review monthly supplemental and roll forward reporting by sites, and train teams on accurate reportingDevelop and deploy training materials for process, control, or accounting changesAssist with audit requests for internal and external auditsInvest time to understand PSG’s business by collaborating on ad-hoc projects with cross functional teams

How You'll Get HereBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance, with meaningful coursework in technical accounting principles5+ years of accounting and/or finance experiencePublic accounting experience, including time at a Big 4 firm, is desirableStrong US GAAP knowledge and intuition for businessStrong written and verbal communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office Products, including advanced knowledge of pivots, charts, and formulas in ExcelExperience with Salesforce.com, SAP, Cognos, and Hyperion is very desirableStrong project management skills and structured demeanor with focus on process/continuous improvementsAbility to prioritize multiple projects, self-motivated, flexible, and strong work ethicDemonstrated track record of increasing levels of responsibility

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!