At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our Finance teams are important to our business and functional teams to make educated, sound decisions that drive our Mission and make us a stable and trusted industry leader. From Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax, Treasury, Financial Reporting, Audit, Investor Relations, Strategy & Corporate Development to Accounting, our Finance functions have a diverse and global presence, providing significant opportunities to develop outstanding career experiences and perspectives.
A dynamic and challenging opportunity wherein this role will work closely with Manager Finance and Finance Controller and will be a key member of R2R/FSCP process.
The candidate will own the Inventory valuation, provision, profit elimination working, along with:
Monthly and Quarterly Finalization of management Books of Accounts;
Reviewing monthly account reconciliation including overall Hygiene.
Investigate and analysis (including financial reconciliation preparation) and maintain overall Accounts Hygiene; Will drive Monthly cross charge to Inter-Company parties;
Process Improvement & Controls:
Drive improvement in execution leading to simplification (including automation) and implement simplified and compliant environment:
Evaluate, develop, and improve department controls, systems, and procedures that increase accuracy and efficiency
Drive automation of reports through sophisticated IT platforms in order to reduce manual process & save time
Identify and implement areas of process simplification to drive improvement in Bias for Action.
Partner with consultants / auditors in driving improvements in execution / audits – ensure that they are relevant and enforceable in the given environment
Document all important processes using SOPs
Ensure that all SOPs and Delegation of Authority are followed – any deviation to the same is properly evaluated and corrective actions initiated
Qualification
Chartered Accountant with 3 to 5 years proven experience in accounting or finance role.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Excellent knowledge of U.S. GAAPS and IND AS; Should have experience in end to end management and responsibility of:
Statutory Audit, IFC / SOX, Tax audit etc.
Experience with audit methodologies and techniques;
Ability to work well independently and in multi-reporting structure. Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Strong accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to multi-task, meeting timelines in a fast paced environment. Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel. Strong interpersonal oral and written communication skills. Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices. Proven dedication to our fundamental principles of Integrity, Respect & Excellence. Proficiency with the English language. Experience with SAP (an asset).