Associate Accountant

Bruker Corporation • Billerica, MA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

As one of the world’s leading analytical instrumentation companies, Bruker covers a broad spectrum of advanced solutions in all fields of research and development. All our systems and instruments are designed to improve safety of products, accelerate time-to-market and support industries in successfully enhancing quality of life. We’ve been driving innovation in analytical instrumentation for 60 years now. Today, worldwide more than 11,000 employees are working on this permanent challenge, at over 90 locations on all continents. Responsibilities New hybrid work opportunity based in Billerica MA for an Associate Accountant to join the Bruker Corporate Accounting Team. The Associate Accountant will be involved in corporate accounting and finance activities that have significant interaction with the Business, Divisional, Corporate Finance, and Consolidation Teams. Activities include assisting in reviewing results submitted from various locations, assisting with the preparation of financial statement disclosures and preparation of quarterly external filings. This position will coordinate with Sr. Corporate Accountants to maintain adequate internal financial controls and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley reporting requirements. Serve as a contributor to the monthly and quarterly closing and consolidation process. Assist in the review of legal entity financial statements and data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting policies and procedures. Assist with the annual audit and quarterly reviews. Assist in analysis of financial results and creation of management reports. Participate in maintenance and testing of the Company’s finance and accounting control policies and procedures. Performing other ad hoc projects as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Finance required
• CPA qualified or actively pursuing CPA designation (partially-qualified candidates are welcome)
• Minimum 1–2 years work experience in public accounting, ideally with audit or advisory firm involving public companies
• Strong Microsoft Office product experience with Excel, PowerPoint, Word proficiency
• Proven working knowledge of US-GAAP
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and details effectively
• Strong work ethic, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal, written, computer, interpersonal communication and presentation skills with fluent English language proficiency
• Ability to satisfactorily complete position training and compliance requirements
• Operates with a high standard of ethics, integrity, and professionalism
• Valid Driver License in good standing, issued by resident state required, with reliable transportation
• Ability to maintain a valid passport with flexibility for travel
• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident status required
• May be required to pass security clearance investigation

Nice To Haves

• Access proficiency desirable

Responsibilities

• Assisting in reviewing results submitted from various locations
• Assisting with the preparation of financial statement disclosures and preparation of quarterly external filings
• Coordinate with Sr. Corporate Accountants to maintain adequate internal financial controls and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley reporting requirements
• Serve as a contributor to the monthly and quarterly closing and consolidation process
• Assist in the review of legal entity financial statements and data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting policies and procedures
• Assist with the annual audit and quarterly reviews
• Assist in analysis of financial results and creation of management reports
• Participate in maintenance and testing of the Company’s finance and accounting control policies and procedures
• Performing other ad hoc projects as needed

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• an employee stock purchase plan
• medical and dental plans
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability insurance
• employee assistance program and paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees