At Hach (www.hach.com) , a Veralto company, we ensure water quality for people around the world, and every team member plays a vital role in that mission. Our founding vision is to make water analysis better, faster, simpler, greener and more informative. We accomplish this through teamwork, customer partnerships, passionate experts, and reliable, easy-to-use solutions.
As part of our team and the broader Veralto network, you’ll be part of a unique work environment where purpose meets possibility: where you’ll make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale by enabling the world’s everyday water needs, and where you’ll have opportunities to foster your professional development and fuel your career growth.
Motivated by the highest possible stakes of climate change and global health, we’re working together within a rapidly digitizing industry to find innovative technologies that guarantee the safety of our water and our environment.
More about us: https://www.hach.com/about-us
ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are looking for an ambitious GL Accountant to join our European accounting team and provide support to the accounting department by managing daily accounting tasks. Preparation of journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and filing of periodic statutory returns will be the core part of this role. It is an exciting time to join the Company as we will be implementing a new and improved ERP system (Oracle Fusion) in 2026 and the successful candidate will also be a part of this exciting implementation. As part of Veralto, a global Fortune 500 organization, there will be unlimited opportunities for growth, experiences and training.
The ideal candidate will be well-versed in accounting principles and able to work comfortably with numbers and attention to detail. The goal is to contribute to the overall efficient operation of the department and help the company be fully aware of its financial condition at all times.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Take ownership of the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely completion of all financial reporting activities.
Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis to ensure the integrity of financial results.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure all accounting transactions are captured correctly.
Ensure all balance sheet accounts are properly reconciled and all supporting documentation is complete and accurate.
Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and support as required.
Work closely with HR and our payroll provider to ensure that payroll entries are timely, accurate, and in line with company policies.
Prepare accounting transactions for multiple regions, ensuring adherence to both local accounting standards and global company policies.
Proactively recommend improvements to accounting processes and internal controls to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
Preparation and submission of periodic Vat, Vies, Intrastat and CSO returns.
Comfortable working in a global matrix organization with the ability to build and leverage networks within an organization is desired
ABOUT THE PERSON:
Qualified Accountant (E.g. ACA)
Familiarity with ERP systems, particularly Oracle would be an advantage
Must be willing to travel to office on hybrid basis as required
Enthusiastic, committed self-starter with proactive approach to problem solving
Strong organisational and analytical capabilities with attention to detail, high levels of integrity, and professionalism at all times, with a proven ability to multi-task
Excellent skills in MS Excel
Ability to work on own initiative and also as part of a global team
Flexible and adaptable.
Knowledge of maintaining Local and US GAAP accounting ledgers
Hach is proud to part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Verlato's vibrant global network of 16,000 associates, you join a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility: where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on, and where you’ll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career. Together, we’re Safeguarding the World’s Most Vital Resources™—and building rewarding careers along the way.
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