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Azenta Life Sciences

Accountant, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting

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Burlington, ON
Mid level
Burlington, ON
Mid level
The Accountant, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting at Azenta will support technical accounting and SEC reporting functions, prepare external filings and financial statements, collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain updated accounting policies, and participate in audits and disclosure preparations.
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Azenta Inc.At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.
All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity

Job TitleAccountant, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting

Job Description

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships. 

Azenta Life Sciences is a global leader in the life sciences space with headquarters in Burlington, MA, and offices and operations worldwide. We are a market leader in automated bio sample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development, clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally.   We provide unparalleled capabilities with our lab analysis, sample management and storage services, informatics software, and consumables, with the largest installed base managing over 1 billion samples globally.

How You’ll Add Value

Reporting directly to the Manager, Technical Accounting and SEC Reporting, the  Accountant, Technical Accounting & SEC Reporting will support Azenta’s technical accounting and SEC reporting functions.  This position will regularly interact with executive management, global finance teams, operational finance teams, cross-functional teams outside of finance such as IT, HR, Legal, internal audit, external auditors and various third-party consultants. 

What You’ll Do…

  • Assist with the preparation of the Company’s external reporting filings, including annual report, 10K, 10Q, earnings releases and XBRL tagging.
  • Draft financial statements, footnote disclosures, MD&A and technical accounting memos.
  • Participate in preparation of the disclosure checklist.
  • Compile accurate and complete supporting documentation for external auditors.
  • Develop and maintain working knowledge of the Company’s SEC reporting software.
  • Perform review and analysis of consolidated financial results and prepare supporting schedules for footnote and SEC reporting disclosures.
  • Participate in SOX 404 efforts, including execution and documentation of controls.
  • Analyze and research new and proposed accounting, reporting and disclosure standards issued by the SEC or FASB and prepare memorandums.
  • Assist in the preparation of audit schedules for quarterly reviews and annual audits.
  • Maintain updated accounting policies to ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and SEC guidelines.
  • Support the acquisition process including preparing schedules and tie out of schedules and valuations to support the Company’s acquisition related accounting positions.
  • Participate in the Company’s annual goodwill impairment testing process and prepare supporting schedules, as required.
  • Participate in the calculation of the Company’s stock-based compensation expense, including preparation of supporting schedules and calculations, as required.
  • Participate in projects and perform ad-hoc tasks as requested.

What you will Bring

  • BS Accounting/Finance, MSA or MBA a plus
  • CPA required
  • 3+ years working within public accounting, Big Four experience preferred
  • Knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls and SEC reporting standards
  • Detail oriented with strong analytical, problem solving and organization skills.
  • Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently, manage, and prioritize multiple projects and timelines.

Working Conditions/ Schedule

  • Typical office environment with hybrid work options
  • May be asked and must be willing to travel both domestically and internationally as needed. 

EOE  M/F/Disabled/VET

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at [email protected] for assistance. 

Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Top Skills

Analytical Skills
Auditing
Cpa
Financial Statements
Problem Solving
Sec Reporting Standards
Us Gaap
Written And Verbal Communication

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