Sr. Accounting Analyst

Job Summary

Avantor is looking for a dedicated and creative Sr. Accounting Analyst to optimize our FP&A team, delivering results against some of the most complex business and technology initiatives.

The Sr. Accounting Analyst reports to the Finance Manager. The individual will interface with the Site Leader and the Buyer as well as other Finance staff and management. Under general supervision, work collaboratively with others in the organization to provide detailed reports that include projections for profits and losses. Present financial reports and estimates to decision makers within the organization. Utilize math skills to analyze key financial data. Provide solutions to accounting issues as they arise. Investigate and provide feedback on accounting irregularities.

What we're looking for

• Education: Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
• Experience: 1-3 years experience in Accounting
  • SAP experience preferred
  • Knowledge of general ledger, accounts receivable and accounts payable.
  • Knowledge of parent and subsidiary accounting.
  • Intermediate level user of Microsoft Office (especially Microsoft Excel), and the ability to learn various software quickly

Who you are

• Good analytical and problem solving capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize in order to adhere to corporate accounting schedule.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and be self motivated in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.

How you will create an impact

• Assist in month-end and year-end closing; prepare necessary journal entries and accruals.
• Monthly and quarterly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts to the general ledger as required.
• Perform inter-company accounting and reconciliations.
• Perform regular month-end closing activities in SAP
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports upon request, including but not limited to JDE/SAP queries with MS Excel analysis and through the use of BPC.
• Ensures accuracy and consistency in reporting of data.
• Audit support.
• Capital Investment Reporting
• Regular review of General Ledger Postings
• Accounts Payable Management
• Special projects as assigned.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and Avantor is looking for a dedicated and creative Sr. Accounting Analyst to optimize our FP&A team, delivering results against some of the most complex business and technology initiatives.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes personalized learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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