Accounting Supervisor - CRG - Remote

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Wilmington, NC

22h•Remote

About The Position

Join our team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where you'll lead accounting operations and contribute to financial excellence. As an Accounting Supervisor, you'll oversee daily financial activities, ensure accurate reporting, and develop a team. Your month-end accounting responsibilities will include posting journal entries, performing account analysis and variance reviews, completing account reconciliations, and preparing balance sheet rollforward schedules. The role will also involve accounting for fixed assets and internally developed software. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain strong internal controls while supporting process improvements through our Practical Process Improvement (PPI) initiatives. This role offers professional growth opportunities within our organization as you help enable our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

Requirements

Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in accounting
Deep knowledge of US GAAP, SOX requirements, and financial reporting processes
Strong proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards) and Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience developing and mentoring teams
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work effectively across all organizational levels
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a professional environment
Process improvement mindset with ability to identify and implement efficiencies
English language proficiency required

Nice To Haves

Accounting, Finance, or related field of study
Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred
Additional certifications in relevant areas are advantageous
Experience with financial tools like Blackline, Hyperion preferred
Experience in shared services or large multinational organizations preferred
Additional languages beneficial

Responsibilities

Oversee daily financial activities
Ensure accurate reporting
Develop a team
Post journal entries
Perform account analysis and variance reviews
Complete account reconciliations
Prepare balance sheet rollforward schedules
Account for fixed assets and internally developed software
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain strong internal controls
Support process improvements through Practical Process Improvement (PPI) initiatives