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Accountant jobs at Thermo Fisher Scientific support a global science and research business across its finance and operations divisions. The company has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for finance professionals, making it a realistic target if you need employer-backed immigration support.
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Job Description
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our Finance teams are important to our business and functional teams to make educated, sound decisions that drive our Mission and make us a stable and trusted industry leader. From Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax, Treasury, Financial Reporting, Audit, Investor Relations, Strategy & Corporate Development to Accounting, our Finance functions have a diverse and global presence, providing significant opportunities to develop outstanding career experiences and perspectives.
How you will make an impact:
The Life Sciences Solutions Group (LSG) within Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Senior Manager, Accounting - North America. This role will work closely with the regional accounting, the Global Business Services (GBS) shared accounting, corporate accounting, cost accounting and the LSG FP&A teams. This role will be a key member of the LSG global accounting leadership team.
The Senior Manager, Accounting for LSG North America will lead a team of two direct reports and have responsibilities related to the following areas:
- Monitor the monthly closing of the LSG North America accounting ledgers, ensuring accurate and timely completion in accordance with the established financial close schedule.
- Provide oversight of accounting activities performed by local site controllers and GBS teams supporting LSG North America entities, ensuring timely and accurate execution in accordance with company policies and procedures, U.S. GAAP, and SOX requirements.
- Analytical reviews of balance sheet fluxes of the LSG North America business.
- Technical accounting research of complex issues to ensure proper accounting treatment.
- Serve as a site accounting resource for questions or guidance on accounting or compliance related topics. In addition, serve as the LSG North America liaison between site controllership and the corporate technical accounting team, including the drafting and submission of technical waivers, capital expenditure approvals, and memos surrounding reserves, exemptions, and other key areas of accounting judgement and estimates.
- Lead detailed Balance Sheet Reviews and ensure corrective actions are remediated in a timely manner.
- Partner with GBS Shared Service center to monitor and report on balance sheet integrity and the quality and completeness of account reconciliations.
- Monitor and report timely closure of CIP projects and assessment of impairment risk.
- Review restructuring project costs and related accruals to ensure accuracy, appropriate accounting treatment, and compliance with approval requirements.
- Coordinate with external and internal auditors on annual audits and quarterly reviews.
- Regular training of site controllers on corporate policies, accounting policy, accounting newsletter topics, and the divisional approval authority matrix.
- Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to team members, including goal setting, performance evaluations, and career development discussions.
- Identify and drive automation and process improvement initiatives.
How will you get here?
Education
You have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and a CPA designation.
Experience
You have 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance leadership experience with a combination of public accounting and industry experience.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- You have experience leading a diverse global financial month-end close process in an accurate and timely manner while maintaining a strong control environment.
- You possess strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, with demonstrated technical accounting expertise across complex areas including revenue recognition, restructuring, discontinued operations, mergers and acquisitions, inventory, reserves, lease accounting, fixed assets and intercompany transactions.
- You have effective written and oral communication skills.
- You thrive in a large, matrixed, global organization and have a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups of individuals and cross-functional teams across various departments, functions, and geographic locations.
- You demonstrate success in attracting, recruiting, developing and retaining high performing and potential talents.
- You have prior experience working with financial software such as SAP, JDE E1, Oracle R12, Blackline, Hyperion Financial Management, and Hyperion Enterprise, including Power BI, ChatGPT, Codex, and other AI and automation solutions.
- You maintain a strong focus on continuous improvement, with a proven track record of optimizing processes, driving automation to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability, and leading practical process improvement initiatives.
- You can juggle multiple projects and execute them successfully while prioritizing routine deliverables.
- You are successful in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $131,300.00–$197,000.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
- A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Office
Job Description
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our Finance teams are important to our business and functional teams to make educated, sound decisions that drive our Mission and make us a stable and trusted industry leader. From Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax, Treasury, Financial Reporting, Audit, Investor Relations, Strategy & Corporate Development to Accounting, our Finance functions have a diverse and global presence, providing significant opportunities to develop outstanding career experiences and perspectives.
How you will make an impact:
The Life Sciences Solutions Group (LSG) within Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Senior Manager, Accounting - North America. This role will work closely with the regional accounting, the Global Business Services (GBS) shared accounting, corporate accounting, cost accounting and the LSG FP&A teams. This role will be a key member of the LSG global accounting leadership team.
The Senior Manager, Accounting for LSG North America will lead a team of two direct reports and have responsibilities related to the following areas:
- Monitor the monthly closing of the LSG North America accounting ledgers, ensuring accurate and timely completion in accordance with the established financial close schedule.
- Provide oversight of accounting activities performed by local site controllers and GBS teams supporting LSG North America entities, ensuring timely and accurate execution in accordance with company policies and procedures, U.S. GAAP, and SOX requirements.
- Analytical reviews of balance sheet fluxes of the LSG North America business.
- Technical accounting research of complex issues to ensure proper accounting treatment.
- Serve as a site accounting resource for questions or guidance on accounting or compliance related topics. In addition, serve as the LSG North America liaison between site controllership and the corporate technical accounting team, including the drafting and submission of technical waivers, capital expenditure approvals, and memos surrounding reserves, exemptions, and other key areas of accounting judgement and estimates.
- Lead detailed Balance Sheet Reviews and ensure corrective actions are remediated in a timely manner.
- Partner with GBS Shared Service center to monitor and report on balance sheet integrity and the quality and completeness of account reconciliations.
- Monitor and report timely closure of CIP projects and assessment of impairment risk.
- Review restructuring project costs and related accruals to ensure accuracy, appropriate accounting treatment, and compliance with approval requirements.
- Coordinate with external and internal auditors on annual audits and quarterly reviews.
- Regular training of site controllers on corporate policies, accounting policy, accounting newsletter topics, and the divisional approval authority matrix.
- Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to team members, including goal setting, performance evaluations, and career development discussions.
- Identify and drive automation and process improvement initiatives.
How will you get here?
Education
You have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and a CPA designation.
Experience
You have 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance leadership experience with a combination of public accounting and industry experience.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- You have experience leading a diverse global financial month-end close process in an accurate and timely manner while maintaining a strong control environment.
- You possess strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, with demonstrated technical accounting expertise across complex areas including revenue recognition, restructuring, discontinued operations, mergers and acquisitions, inventory, reserves, lease accounting, fixed assets and intercompany transactions.
- You have effective written and oral communication skills.
- You thrive in a large, matrixed, global organization and have a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups of individuals and cross-functional teams across various departments, functions, and geographic locations.
- You demonstrate success in attracting, recruiting, developing and retaining high performing and potential talents.
- You have prior experience working with financial software such as SAP, JDE E1, Oracle R12, Blackline, Hyperion Financial Management, and Hyperion Enterprise, including Power BI, ChatGPT, Codex, and other AI and automation solutions.
- You maintain a strong focus on continuous improvement, with a proven track record of optimizing processes, driving automation to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability, and leading practical process improvement initiatives.
- You can juggle multiple projects and execute them successfully while prioritizing routine deliverables.
- You are successful in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $131,300.00–$197,000.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
- A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
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Align your credentials with U.S. CPA expectations
Thermo Fisher's finance teams often prefer candidates who are CPA-eligible or already licensed. If your accounting credentials are from outside the U.S., get a formal equivalency evaluation before you apply so hiring managers aren't left guessing.
Target roles tied to business units
Thermo Fisher posts Accountant roles across divisions like Life Sciences Solutions and Specialty Diagnostics. Applying to a division with active government or research contracts can strengthen your case, as those units tend to have structured headcount and sponsorship budgets.
Clarify OPT and CPT timelines early in interviews
If you're on F-1 OPT, be direct about your STEM extension eligibility and expiration date. Thermo Fisher sponsors both F-1 OPT and CPT, but hiring teams need enough runway to plan the H-1B filing cycle around your authorization window.
Understand the H-1B cap and lottery timing
H-1B cap registrations open in March for an October 1 start date. If you're mid-job-search, structure your timeline so you have an offer locked in before the registration window. Missing it means waiting a full year for the next cycle.
Use Migrate Mate to find open Accountant roles at Thermo Fisher
Thermo Fisher's Accountant openings are spread across multiple locations and business units. Use Migrate Mate to filter for roles at Thermo Fisher that match your visa type, so you're targeting positions where sponsorship is already confirmed.
Ask about PERM sponsorship during offer negotiations
For long-term green card pathways, Thermo Fisher has sponsored EB-2 and EB-3 PERM cases for finance roles. PERM is employer-initiated, but you can ask during the offer stage whether the company includes it in their standard sponsorship package.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Thermo Fisher Scientific sponsor H-1B visas for Accountants?
Yes, Thermo Fisher Scientific sponsors H-1B visas for Accountant roles. Accounting qualifies as a specialty occupation under USCIS guidelines, particularly when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or a related field. Thermo Fisher has an established sponsorship process for finance professionals, and H-1B is one of the primary visa types used for this function.
How do I apply for Accountant jobs at Thermo Fisher Scientific?
You can apply directly through Thermo Fisher's careers portal or find open roles filtered by visa type on Migrate Mate. When applying, tailor your resume to the specific business unit and highlight relevant accounting systems experience such as SAP or Oracle, which Thermo Fisher commonly uses. Roles are posted across multiple U.S. locations, so filtering by region helps narrow your search.
Which visa types does Thermo Fisher Scientific commonly sponsor for Accountant roles?
Thermo Fisher sponsors H-1B, TN visa (for Canadian and Mexican nationals), F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and Green Card pathways including EB-2 and EB-3 for Accountant positions. TN visas are available quickly for accountants from Canada and Mexico without a lottery. H-1B is the most common route for others, with PERM-based Green Card sponsorship available for longer-tenure employees.
What qualifications does Thermo Fisher Scientific expect for Accountant roles?
Thermo Fisher typically expects a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, often with CPA eligibility or licensure preferred. Experience with ERP systems like SAP is frequently listed in job postings. For senior roles, familiarity with cost accounting, revenue recognition under ASC 606, or intercompany accounting in a manufacturing or research environment strengthens your profile significantly.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for an Accountant at Thermo Fisher Scientific?
If you're on F-1 OPT, you can start working immediately while Thermo Fisher files your H-1B registration in March for an October start. Standard H-1B processing takes three to five months after filing, though premium processing with USCIS reduces that to 15 business days. PERM-based Green Card cases typically take two or more years from initiation to approval, depending on your country of birth.