Accountant II

Accounting Analyst II

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves livesand 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.

As a global leader in clinical diagnostics, Beckman Coulter Diagnostics has challenged convention to elevate the diagnostic laboratory's role in improving patient health for more than 90 years. Our diagnostic solutions are used in routine and complex clinical testing, and are used in hospitals, reference and research laboratories, and physician offices around the world. Every hour around the world, more than one million tests are run on Beckman Coulter Diagnostics systems, impacting 1.2 billion patients and more than three million clinicians per year. From uncovering the next clinical breakthrough, to rapid and reliable sample analysis, to more rigorous decision makingwe are enabling clinicians to deliver the best possible care to their patients with improved efficiency, clinical confidence, adaptive collaboration, and accelerated intelligence.

The Accounting Analyst II is responsible for performing general ledger and accounting close activities, as well as executing the global Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) testing plan, with the goal of closing the books and reporting financial results in a timely and accurate manner.

This position reports to the Senior Manager of Global Consolidations and North America Accounting and is part of the Finance and Accounting Organization located in Brea, CA and will be onsite.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Manage multiple general ledger accounts, including accruals, and general closing activities
• Prepare month-end journal entries, reconciliations, and support accurate financial close processes
• Collaborate with various departments globally to obtain and review supporting documents and processes for Sox audits.
• Identify, recommend, and actively participate in business process improvement opportunities.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related business field with 2+ years experience OR Masters degree in field with 0-2 years experience.
• General accounting experience
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Sarbanes?Oxley (SOX) requirements, including documentation, testing, and evaluation of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR)
• Ability to work independently with appropriate guidance, manage multiple concurrent tasks, and meet established project deadlines

It would be a plus if you also possess:

• General Leger and/or public accounting experience from Big4 or mid-tier firm
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
• Working experience with accounting using Oracle, MS Office

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, 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.

The annual salary range for this role is $70,000 to $80,000. This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.