Accountant II – Revenue Accounting

About the role

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking an Accountant II to join its Global Business Services Revenue Accounting team. This position plays a critical part in ensuring accurate, timely revenue recognition across multiple divisions, supporting the company’s strategic financial decisions.

Key responsibilities

• Execute monthly close activities, including journal entries, revenue deferrals, reconciliations, and analysis.
• Apply US GAAP and ASC 606 guidance to ensure proper revenue recognition.
• Support internal and external audit requirements and documentation.
• Identify and drive continuous‑improvement initiatives to enhance controls and operational efficiency.
• Review customer contracts, complex transactions, and order documentation for accounting compliance.
• Partner with Sales, Customer Service, and Finance teams to provide technical accounting expertise and training.
• Participate in special finance projects such as system migrations and process centralization.

Required profile

• Currently studying toward or holding an Accounting degree.
• At least 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Demonstrated personal accountability and proactive problem‑solving.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.