Staff Accountant

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 life science instruments and high value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular, cellular, and microscopic levels. In close coordination 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 provides differentiated, high-value life science and diagnostics systems and solutions in preclinical imaging, proteomics and multi-omics, spatial and single-cell biology, structural and condensate biology, as well as in clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics.

Please note this is a Hybrid working opportunity out of our Mississauga, Ontario offices and will require onsite presence one to two days per week.

Bruker is expanding our Americas Regional Finance Team in Canada and seeks seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Finance team based in Mississauga, Ontario. This is an exciting hybrid work opportunity to join a dynamic and growing organization, collaborate with colleagues across the Bruker Americas region, partner closely with our shared service teams in Billerica, Massachusetts (USA);
Porto, Portugal;
Warsaw, Poland, gain exposure to a broad range of accounting and finance activities through collaboration with global stakeholders, and contribute to our continued growth and success. This role offers the opportunity to deliver a meaningful, positive impact while working alongside dedicated professionals who are passionate about advancing scientific discovery and improving human health.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the accurate accounting, financial reporting, and compliance activities of Bruker Ltd., ensuring adherence to U.S. GAAP, ASC 606 Revenue Recognition, statutory requirements, internal controls, and company policies.
• Actively participate across the accounting function and support end-to-end processes including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Revenue Recognition, General Ledger Accounting, Month-End Close, Financial Reporting, Audit Support, Continuous Process Improvement.
• Collaborate with operational teams, service sites, divisional business partners, technical accounting, internal controls, internal and external auditors.

Revenue Accounting & Accounts Receivable:

• Review and evaluate customer contracts and determine proper revenue recognition treatment under ASC 606.
• Monitor deferred revenue schedules and ensure timely revenue recognition.
• Coordinate with Cost Accounting to align revenue, COGS, and gross margin reporting.
• Generate customer invoices and maintain billing accuracy.
• Monitor Accounts Receivable balances and invoice status.
• Apply customer payments and reconcile invoices, credits, and deductions.
• Investigate and resolve customer disputes and billing discrepancies.
• Perform collections activities and obtain payment commitments on past-due accounts.
• Support credit reviews and order release processes.

Accounts Payable:

• Ensure compliance with Accounts Payable policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Monitor Xsuite workflow processing and approval activities.
• Process AP invoices and payments in SAP and banking platforms.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate missing invoices.
• Review vendor debit balances and resolve outstanding items.
• Research and resolve invoice and purchase order discrepancies.

General Ledger & Close

Activities:

• Prepare and post journal entries for:
  Cash, Prepaids, Fixed / Intangible Assets, Depreciation, Amortization, Inventory, Accruals, Intercompany, Tax, Revenue and other general accounting activities.
• Maintain appropriate supporting documentation for all journal entries.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Perform post-close accounting and system activities.

Financial Reporting & Compliance:

• Assist with preparation of U.S. GAAP and statutory financial reports.
• Review and analyze financial results for accuracy and compliance.
• Complete supplemental reporting required by corporate controlling teams.
• Support statutory filings, tax return schedules, and…