Accountant I

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in scientific solutions, operating extensive shared services to support financial operations worldwide. The Accountant I role supports the Record to Report department through month-end close activities, intercompany processes, reconciliations, discrepancy analysis, and audit support. This position requires strong attention to detail, ERP proficiency, and the ability to perform accurate general accounting tasks while contributing to continuous process improvement.

The Accountant I role at Thermo Fisher Scientific supports the Record to Report (RtR) department by performing core general accounting activities essential to month-end and quarter-end closing. This position processes intercompany invoices, prepares journal entries, performs reconciliations, and ensures that accounting entries meet internal control and documentation requirements. The accountant will analyze discrepancies, communicate with internal clients, support audits, and contribute to continuous improvements. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently are key to succeeding in this fast-paced shared services environment.

Responsibilities:
- Perform general ledger and intercompany accounting as part of month-end close.
- Process intercompany invoices and prepare manual journal entries.
- Conduct mid-level balance sheet reconciliations with proper documentation.
- Ensure entries have required approvals and supporting evidence.
- Analyze accounting data to resolve discrepancies and identify root causes.
- Respond to inquiries from internal and external clients promptly.

Requirements:
- Technical high school degree or active Bachelor-level studies in a related field.
- Four years of experience in similar accounting roles.
- Experience working within shared service centers.
- B2 English level and proficiency in MS Office, including intermediate Excel.
- Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or JDEdwards.
- Knowledge of Hyperion, backline systems, or bank platforms is a plus.

Benefits: (optional)
- Opportunities for growth within a large global shared services organization.
- Exposure to financial close processes and intercompany accounting.
- Involvement in audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams in a structured environment.

This role is ideal for detail-oriented accounting professionals who can manage closing activities while driving accuracy and process improvement.