General Ledger Specialist Revenue Recognition

Overview

Bruker is enabling scientists and engineers to make breakthrough post-genomic discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Bruker’s high performance scientific instruments and high value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular, cellular, and microscopic levels. In close cooperation with our customers, Bruker is enabling innovation, improved productivity, and customer success in post-genomic life science molecular and cell biology research, in applied and biopharma applications, in microscopy, as well as in industrial and cleantech research, and semiconductor metrology in support of AI. Bruker offers differentiated, high-value life science and diagnostics systems and solutions in preclinical imaging, proteomics and multiomics, spatial and single-cell biology, structural and condensate biology, as well as in clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics. 

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We are currently offering a GL Specialist Revenue and Recognition (m/f/d) position at the Bruker Business Support Center (BSC), located in Porto, Portugal. Fueled by a talented and dedicated workforce, the BSC provides Accounting business services for Bruker Corporation throughout the EMEA Region. Consider expanding your capabilities with the BSC and become an integral part of a continuously growing and dynamic team that delivers sustainable value.

Responsibilities

The Revenue Recognition Specialist (m/f/d) is part of a team responsible for providing high quality accounting service in the General Ledger for global internal company clients.

Responsibilities:

• Analyse financial data to ensure accurate revenue recognition according to Bruker corporate policies
• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closing activities
• Examine documentation supporting revenue recognition in terms of compliance with US GAAP and internal guidelines (RRC)
• Monitor and analyse revenue streams to identify trends and variances
• Report monthly to Corporate
• Perform Balance Sheet account reconciliations and SOX controls
• Support audits and other business queries
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Finance/ ACCA
• Minimum 2 years of General Ledger/ AR work experience involving US GAAP revenue recognition
• Very good English skills (written and oral), other foreign language would be an asset (preferably French)
• Advanced computer proficiency with SAP ERP or Microsoft Dynamics Navision and MS Office Suite including Excel expertise
• Demonstrated ability to work on and own initiatives while also collaborating within a team
• Ability to asses situations to determine the importance, urgency, and risks, then make clear and timely decisions
• Proactiveness with the ability to manage time-dependent critical processes
• Strong understanding of controls required within an accounting organization.
• High standard of ethics, integrity, and professionalism.

Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.

Bruker is committed to fostering an inclusive, and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and evaluate candidates based on their skills, experience, and qualifications. We do not discriminate based on any personal characteristic or background protected by applicable laws.