Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Technical Accounting and Compliance, the Sr. Analyst ,Technical Accounting and Compliance will help drive accounting policy and maintenance of the global internal control environment.  As part of this role you will apply your knowledge of finance, corporate accounting practices, internal controls, and GAAP to help steer the complex accounting decision making process and achieve compliance objectives.

 

Responsibilities

Performing and reviewing all assigned internal SOX testing and being a resource for other self-testers globally. Researching complex technical accounting issues encountered by the Company, including revenue recognition issues, accounting for leases, and impairment of intangible assets. Prepare position memos to document the financial and control impact arising from technical accounting issues. Developing and documenting new accounting policies and procedures, as well as reviewing and documenting currently undocumented processes.  Supporting both internal and external audit activities throughout the year, including the remediation of issues found during those audits. Identifying and implementing new opportunities for process and productivity improvements in the both the accounting department and other departments across ASP. Analyzing and reviewing financial data and preparing financial statement supporting information.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess the following combination of education and experience:  

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required. Master’s degree preferred.  CPA preferred. 3 to 5 years of Public Accounting experience and/or direct experience with Technical Accounting and SOX in a medium/large corporation preferred. Strong knowledge of US GAAP, PCAOB audit standards, and SOX compliance requirements.  Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, with expert proficiency in Excel. Ability to act and operate independently with minimal daily direction from direct manager to accomplish objectives. Strong verbal and written communication and influencing skills.

Fortive Corporation Overview

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.

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