Sr Accountant
About this role
Are you seeking a purposeful and rewarding career opportunity in Accounting & Finance?
Our eCOA, Cardiac Safety, Medical Imaging, and Respiratory operations are growing, and with big ambitions and a clear vision for the future, now is the time to join Clario, part of Thermo Fischer Scientific, as a Senior Accountant.
What we offer
- Competitive compensation and incentives.
- Private medical coverage and MetLife protection.
- SZÉP Card
- Engaging employee events and hybrid technology support.
What you will be doing
The Senior Accountant works as a key member of our global finance team, and you will play a vital role in shaping our financial operations. Reporting to the Regional Finance Manager, you will lead accounts payable and the month-end close for your entities, and support our auditing processes, contributing to Clario’s continued success and innovation. Within this role, you will have responsibilities for (but not limited to):
- Lead the accounts' payable function, including supplier invoice processing, batch and payment approvals, cash application, and vendor account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Lead the month-end close for the entities you are responsible for, owning the close timetable and coordinating inputs to deliver on deadlines.
- Take responsibility for all month-end and year-end duties for your entities, including journals, accruals, prepayments, revenue postings and balance sheet reconciliations, to produce robust, accurate and clean books.
- Prepare and review account reconciliations, ensuring all balance sheet accounts are fully supported, reconciled and cleared on a timely basis.
- Prepare clear commentary on monthly and period-end variances (actuals vs. budget, forecast and prior period), highlighting key drivers for the Regional Finance Manager.
- Provide accurate, timely results to the Regional Finance Manager, who is responsible for reporting the numbers to Group.
- Communicate and co-ordinate with internal financial departments and with external auditors to assist with the delivery of all audits.
- Generate and deliver all statutory reporting requirements of international entities.
- Oversee and deliver in any tax inspections or tax related questions.
- Prepare and submit quarterly VAT/GST returns and ensure compliance with VAT/GST legislation.
- Support the Regional Finance Manager.
- Support and/or manage special projects as requested.
What we’re looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Management or related field required
- 2+ years of experience in accounting, preferably within a service organization
- Hands-on experience with Oracle accounting systems strongly preferred, including General Ledger, Payables, Cash Management and the revenue modules (e.g., Receivables, Revenue Management and Subledger Accounting)
- Proven experience leading or playing a key role in month-end and year-end close, with strong reconciliation skills
- Ability to analyze results and write concise, insightful variance commentary
- Excellent knowledge of auditing processes and experience working with external auditors in the delivery of audits
- Experience working in an international environment within a medium-large organization
- General knowledge and experience with bookkeeping principles and office practices and procedures
- Proven ability in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients and co-workers
- Proficiency in Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint required; advanced skills in Excel and Access strongly preferred
At Clario, a part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, our purpose is to transform lives by unlocking better evidence. It’s a cause that unites and inspires us. It’s why we come to work and how we empower our people to make a positive impact every day. Whether you're advancing clinical science, building innovative technology, or supporting our global teams, your work helps bring life-changing therapies to patients faster.
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