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Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions. We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions. We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact. At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference. At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone. At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating. Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.
Senior Accountant
Location
United States
Posted
107 days ago
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Job Description
Senior Accountant
Fortive
This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description The Senior Accountant is a key member of our Accounting team and plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of the company’s financial records. This role owns key components of the monthly close, performs technical accounting analyses, and provides subject-matter expertise in support of internal and external audits. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, brings strong accounting knowledge of U.S. GAAP and Sarbanes Oxley (SOX), and leverages prior experience to add value and support the department’s objectives. This role operates with a high degree of autonomy while partnering cross-functionally to ensure financial accuracy and will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the accounting function in a dynamic, collaborative environment. - Independently manage assigned areas of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial results. - Execute and analyze complex journal entries, reconciliations, and account analyses. - Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Revenue Accounting, HR, and other departments to ensure alignment on payroll, capitalized software, accruals, and reporting. - Research, interpret, and document U.S. GAAP guidance for new, unusual, or complex transactions (e.g., lease accounting, purchase accounting, capitalized software). - Assist with transactional accounting functions including AP, expense reimbursements, cash management, and key accrual processes. - Support the preparation of accounting memos and technical documentation. - Maintain compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, including SOX requirements. - Prepare and execute internal control testing procedures; identify control gaps and propose improvements. - Act as a resource and coordinator for our external and internal auditors. - Drive enhancements and automation opportunities within ERP (NetSuite) and expense platforms (Tipalti, Concur). - Champion the thoughtful adoption of AI and automation within accounting workflows, helping scale processes, improve efficiency, and enhance data quality and insights. - Own key components of OneStream reporting deliverables ensuring accuracy and completeness. - Utilize advanced Excel skills and reporting tools to analyze large datasets and support data-driven recommendations. - Lead cross-functional accounting initiatives and collaborate on process optimization projects. - Develop and enhance standard work, accounting procedures, and internal documentation. - Identify opportunities to improve current accounting processes, streamline workflows, automate recurring tasks, and improve internal controls. - Serve as a trusted advisor by providing clear and accurate financial guidance. Qualifications - Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. - Minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting experience. - Strong experience with US GAAP, SOX, and public company reporting. - Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex accounting workstreams. - Prior experience in a public company environment. - Prior experience in Healthcare or SaaS industry (preferred). - Managing technical accounting issues and supporting audit engagements. - Occasional travel may be required. Requirements - CPA certification or progress toward CPA strongly preferred. - Advanced analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. - Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, evolving environment. - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and influence cross-functionally. - Proactive with strong initiative and ownership mindset. - Experience with NetSuite, Salesforce, Avalara, OneStream, Tipalti, and Concur is a plus. - High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite. Company Description Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions. We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions. We are a diverse team 18,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact. At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference. At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone. At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating. Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Strong experience with US GAAP, SOX, and public company reporting.
- Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex accounting workstreams.
- Prior experience in a public company environment.
- Prior experience in Healthcare or SaaS industry (preferred).
- Managing technical accounting issues and supporting audit engagements.
- Occasional travel may be required.
- CPA certification or progress toward CPA strongly preferred.
- Advanced analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, evolving environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and influence cross-functionally.
- Proactive with strong initiative and ownership mindset.
- Experience with NetSuite, Salesforce, Avalara, OneStream, Tipalti, and Concur is a plus.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.
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