Senior GL accountant

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Allschwil, Basel-Country
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Prepare and record all general ledger entries in accordance with accounting standards and company policies.

Prepare financial reports such as BS review and fluctuation analysis with commentary and follow-up actions as required.

Perform monthly and quarterly closings and follow up on long-time outstanding items.

Analyse complex financial reports and records.

Support the statutory and tax accounting team on audit and compliance queries.

Collaborate closely with FP&A and business teams to ensure all transactions have been captured properly.

Maintain the fixed asset register and post monthly entries relating to fixed assets.

Understand company-wide accounting policies and apply relevant policies appropriately.

Identify and drive areas of improvement within current processes with the aim of maintaining the current high standard of service provided.

Generate any other internal reports required by different stakeholders.

Support management and the wider finance team on any ad-hoc duties or projects.

Minimum Requirements / Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related major.
  • CPA / ACCA or equivalent is preferred.
  • Solid knowledge of both USGAAP and IFRS.
  • Experience in working with both Big 4 audit firms and multinational companies is preferred.
  • Solid Microsoft Suite skills, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Strong understanding of the internal controls environment and associated risks.
  • Good understanding of the business, including interpretation of business events.
  • General understanding of taxation principles (both direct and indirect taxes).
  • Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to meet deadlines, balance multiple priorities, and perform job responsibilities accurately.
  • Able to find opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
  • Fluent in written and verbal English.
  • Strong communication skills to establish effective working relationships at all levels of the organization.
  • Più di 30 giorni fa