Senior Accountant (Onsite in Arvada, CO)

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Phenomenex, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. 

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

Phenomenex isn’t your typical scientific company. Founded nearly 40 years ago, Phenomenex is a global technology leader committed to developing novel analytical chemistry solutions that solve the separation and purification challenges of researchers, advancing the future of scientific analysis and investigation, ensuring the quality of essentials like your food, water, shampoo, and even cold medication. Be part of our global success and together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.

Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for establishing and maintaining the general accounting reporting and practices for the organization. This person will manage and analyze financial information to prepare necessary journal entries and reconciliations to accurately state ledgers and financial statements in accordance with regulation (e.g., GAAP).

This position reports to the Accounting Manager and is part of the Finance & Accounting team located in Arvada, Colorado and will be an on-site role.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Performs month-end close including general ledger journal entries, consolidation, and account reconciliations in conformance with SOX and GAAP

• Driving compliance with accounting standards and ensuring strong internal controls and documentation

• Actively participates in variance analyses activities, identifies trends, and provides recommendations to ensure accuracy, drive accountability, and streamline processes.

• Leads the AR Clerk and works together to meet Phenova’s cash flow and collections goals. Helps manage and collect payments from key customers, coordinating with Customer Service and Sales.

• Responds to customer questions (by email or phone) about their accounts, in partnership with the AR Clerk.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the use of pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, and other complex functions.

• Strong self-motivation and initiative, with a proven ability to independently identify issues, conduct thorough analysis, and implement effective solutions with minimal supervision.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a senior-level accounting role, ideally within a corporate environment.

• Must hold one of the following credentials or experiences: CPA (Certified Public Accountant), MBA (Master of Business Administration), or prior experience with a Big 4 accounting firm.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Microsoft AX/D365 or Syspro experience a plus

• Previous experience supporting an audit (whether internal or external)

• Experience with ERP Implementations or Upgrades (Highly preferred)

Phenomenex, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

The salary range for this role is $84,000.00 - $93,000.00 annually. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

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