Director of Accounting Shared Services

Danaher Corporation • Deer Park, IL

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About The Position

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Leica Biosystems, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. At Leica Biosystems, we’re not just shaping the future of cancer diagnostics — we’re transforming lives. Our mission of “Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives” is the driving force behind everything we do. As a global leader with the most comprehensive portfolio spanning from biopsy to diagnosis, we empower clinicians with innovative, reliable solutions so they can give patients timely, accurate answers when they need them most. When you join Leica Biosystems, you’re not just taking a job; you’re becoming part of a passionate team that knows every moment matters when it comes to cancer. You’ll help develop diagnostic solutions that turn anxiety into answers, and aid the acceleration of next-generation, life-changing therapies. Surrounded by a diverse and collaborative global community, you’ll be inspired each day to stretch, grow, and make an impact. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The Director of Accounting Shared Services is responsible for leading all of the accounting functions contained within the shared services, including general ledger function, treasury activities, accounts payable, and SOX compliance. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Lead Global Shared Services Operations: Oversee end-to-end global accounting operations, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Treasury, and related functions, managing a team of ~20 professionals across multiple geographies. Ensure Timely & Accurate Financial Close: Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, delivering high-quality, timely financial reporting and maintaining confidence in financial data integrity. Governance & Compliance: Establish, monitor, and continuously improve key internal controls across all shared services processes to ensure compliance with regulatory and audit requirements. Talent Leadership: Attract, develop, and retain top talent, fostering a high-performance culture and building a best-in-class global shared services team. Drive Strategic Vision: Partner with the Corporate Controller to design and execute the global shared services strategy for billing, payments, cash management, and accounting operations, ensuring scalability and efficiency. Stakeholder Engagement: Ensure clear, proactive communication with global business partners and stakeholders, operating effectively within a complex matrix organization. Cross-Functional Leadership: Develop team capabilities and promote best practices across functions, driving collaboration and alignment with broader finance and business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required, with 14 years experience OR Master's/Doctoral degree in field with 12+ years experience, CPA preferred.
• Related experience includes 4+ years managing people
• Deep understanding of GAAP and global accounting principles; strong knowledge of shared services operations and compliance requirements.
• Skilled in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Access, PowerPoint); ability to leverage technology for process automation and efficiency.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to influence and engage stakeholders across all levels and geographies.
• Highly proactive and solutions-focused; demonstrates agility in resolving issues and delivering measurable results.
• Passion for process optimization, performance measurement, and innovation to enhance service delivery.
• Must be able to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Typical work-related travel assignments range up to 2-4 days, and as such overnight, out-of-town stays are required.

Nice To Haves

• Tax experience
• Strong SAP knowledge
• Big 4 experience

Responsibilities

• Lead Global Shared Services Operations: Oversee end-to-end global accounting operations, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Treasury, and related functions, managing a team of ~20 professionals across multiple geographies.
• Ensure Timely & Accurate Financial Close: Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, delivering high-quality, timely financial reporting and maintaining confidence in financial data integrity.
• Governance & Compliance: Establish, monitor, and continuously improve key internal controls across all shared services processes to ensure compliance with regulatory and audit requirements.
• Talent Leadership: Attract, develop, and retain top talent, fostering a high-performance culture and building a best-in-class global shared services team.
• Drive Strategic Vision: Partner with the Corporate Controller to design and execute the global shared services strategy for billing, payments, cash management, and accounting operations, ensuring scalability and efficiency.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Ensure clear, proactive communication with global business partners and stakeholders, operating effectively within a complex matrix organization.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Develop team capabilities and promote best practices across functions, driving collaboration and alignment with broader finance and business objectives.

Benefits

• Leica Biosystems, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives.
• Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job.
• Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
• We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

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