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Bruker

Senior Corporate Accountant

Bruker, Billerica, Massachusetts, us, 01821


Senior Corporate Accountant

Job Locations

US-MA-Billerica

ID

2024-16869

Job Function

Accounting, Finance, Controlling

Overview

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 8,500 employees are working on this permanent challenge, at over 90 locations on all continents.

Responsibilities

New hybrid opportunity for a Senior Corporate Accountant to join the Corporate Accounting Team based in Billerica. Will be involved in corporate accounting and finance activities which require significant interaction with the Corporate Staff, Division Financial Personnel and the Corporate Consolidation Team. These activities include reviewing results submitted from the various locations, assist with the preparation of financial statement disclosures and the preparation of the quarterly external filings. This position is also responsible for maintaining adequate internal financial controls within Corporate to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley reporting requirements.Assist in preparation of the consolidated financial statements, footnotes and disclosures and documentation

Coordinate and prepare the financial and statistical data utilized in the preparation and review of periodic SEC 10-Q, 10-K; 8-K and definitive proxy statement filingsEnsure that all reports comply with applicable FASB and SEC regulations, professional standards, and organization policies. Prepare and assist with applicable government reportsReview data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting policies and proceduresResearch and resolve various accounting and SEC reporting issues and questions that arise at the corporate and group levelsAssist with the preparation of PowerPoint presentation materials to executive managementAssist with managing the relationship with the external auditors and the completion of the annual audit and quarterly reviewsAnalyze financial results and create management reportsAssist in the development, maintenance and testing of the company's finance and accounting control policies and proceduresCompletion of government surveys and compliance formsAssist with the research and implementation of new accounting standardsAssist the Corporate Finance team in driving internal control initiativesPerforming special accounting and financial and other ad hoc projects as neededWork effectively across the Company's functional organizations: promote effective communication and coordination across groups, both internal and external to the Finance function, to improve efficiency and achieve desired resultsPerform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance or related MajorMinimum 3-4 years Accountant work experience including direct experience in Corporate Finance and Accounting. Big Four accounting/ audit work experience and CPA preferredAdvanced proficiency with MS Office including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access proficiency desirableSAP and consolidation software (such as BPC, Hyperion Infor) preferredProficient knowledge of US-GAAP and SEC RulesBroad and general understanding of all aspects of Finance and AccountingProven ability to work independently with minimal supervision, handle multiple tasks and details effectively within firm timelinesDemonstrated ability to interact and communicate with all levels of individuals and parties in a professional and constructive mannerStrong work ethic, organizational and problem solving skillsExcellent verbal, written, computer, quantitative, and interpersonal communication and presentation skillsAbility to satisfactorily complete position training requirementsValid Driver License in good standing, issued by resident state requiredU.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident status requiredMaintain a valid passport with flexibility for domestic and international travelMay be required to pass security clearance investigation.Bruker Corporation offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and tuition assistance (as applicable).Bruker is a federal contractor and subject to Executive Order 14042. Under Executive Order 14042, all employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (with limited exceptions for those employees who are unable to be vaccinated due to a medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief). You will need to provide proof of vaccination by submitting a copy of your CDC COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card to Bruker, or obtain a religious or medical exemption, as a condition of employment.Bruker is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.