Fortive

Senior Accountant

Fortive$76K — $128K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
  • 3-5 years of general accounting and/or internal audit experience
  • Experience in SOX compliance testing and internal auditing
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
  • Strong ethics and teamwork capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead the SOX compliance program, ensuring regulatory adherence and accurate reporting
  • Conduct annual Balance Sheet Review audits for global entities
  • Serve as primary contact for external and internal auditors, facilitating smooth audit processes
  • Investigate and resolve complex accounting issues in line with US GAAP standards
  • Participate in domestic and foreign tax compliance and prepare tax packages
  • Drive process improvements within the accounting function

Benefits

  • Eligible for bonuses as part of the total compensation package
  • Flexible in-office working conditions, with 3 days required on-site
  • Located in a desirable area of Pittsburgh, PA
Full Job Description
ABOUT THE JOB

The Senior Accountant is committed to excellence in financial oversight and compliance, particularly in managing our Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program, liaising with external and internal auditors, assisting with tax compliance matters, and researching and addressing technical accounting issues.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead the oversight of the SOX compliance program, ensuring adherence to regulations and accurate reporting. Conduct compliance testing and collaborate with relevant departments to implement improvements.
  • Coordinate and perform annual Balance Sheet Review audits for global entities.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for external and internal auditors. Prepare and provide comprehensive documentation and ensure effective communication to facilitate smooth audit processes.
  • Investigate and resolve complex accounting issues, ensuring financial practices align with US GAAP standards. Provide expert knowledge and guidance on technical accounting matters to support accurate financial reporting.
  • Participate in domestic and foreign tax compliance, including preparation of tax packages, assisting with tax audits, and collaborating with the Controller and Assistant Controller on other tax matters.
  • Lead process improvements.


QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
  • 3-5 years of general accounting and/or internal audit experience
  • Experience in SOX compliance testing and internal auditing
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel and PowerPoint
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Organization skills, including ability to set priorities and work within time constraints
  • Strong analytical and decision-making skills
  • Strong ethics and ability to work as an effective, collaborative team member


QUALIFICATIONS STRONGLY PREFERRED
  • Big 4 or other public accounting experience
  • CPA or CIA license
  • Prior experience preparing and filing sales and income tax returns
  • Knowledge of Oracle E-Business Suite and AuditBoard (Optro)

WORKING CONDITIONS
  • 3 days in office with flexibility to come in more as needed.
  • Located at One Life Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15205 (Robinson Township Area)


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Bonus or Equity
This position is also eligible for bonus as part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range
The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 76,700.00 - 128,100.00

About Fortive

Fortive is a diversified industrial growth company comprised of Professional Instrumentation and Industrial Technologies businesses that are recognized leaders in attractive markets. With 2019 revenues of $6.3 billion, Fortive's well-known brands hold leading positions in field instrumentation, transportation, sensing, product realization, automation and specialty, and franchise distribution. Fortive is headquartered in Everett, Washington and employs a team of more than 17,000 research and development, manufacturing, sales, distribution, service and administrative employees in more than 50 countries around the world.
Learn more about Fortive
Size
18,000 employees
Market Cap
$22.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.6 billion
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
-0.5%
Revenue
$6.5 billion
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