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We are accelerating potential and making a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics, and biotechnology at Molecular Devices, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies.
Our work saves lives—and we're united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.
You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where your unique viewpoint matters.
By harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.
We drive scientific discovery for life science customers in academia, biotech, pharma, and government with our automated and AI-enabled technology.
This empowers researchers to tackle complex questions and gain deep insights, accelerating the development of safer, more effective therapeutics.
We seek a highly motivated Accounting Manager to join our Finance team in Salzburg, Austria.
Job Description:
The Accounting Manager will take full ownership of our Austrian operations and oversee all statutory accounting and reporting activities for the entity.
This role is responsible for business partnering and stakeholder management, collaborating closely with R&D, procurement, accounts payable, the USA corporate team, and the broader Molecular Devices European operations.
The role is office based and open to locations Salzburg, Austria or Wokingham, UK.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare annual statutory accounts in accordance with Austrian GAAP (UGB) and US GAAP, and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings.
* Act as the main point of contact for local external partners, auditors, and regulatory authorities, handling audit requests and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
* Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accurate posting of journal entries and adjustments.
* Prepare and review monthly and quarterly financial reporting schedules per US GAAP requirements for submission to the corporate team in the USA.
* Ensure compliance with Austrian accounting standards (UGB) and IFRS/GAAP, and oversee accurate tax filings, including VAT, corporate income tax, and withholding taxes.
* Conduct variance analyses and identify trends to support strategic decision-making, and assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
Requirements:
* Accounting or Finance Qualification
* Austrian/German qualified accountant
* Several years' experience compiling statutory financial accounts including working on audit requests and tax compliance.
* Manufacturing experience in a global business environment with sound understanding of global process and transactional flows.
* Fluent in German and English
We offer a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives.
Molecular Devices, a Danaher operating company, values diversity and the existence of similarities and differences found in our workforce, workplace, and throughout the markets we serve.