Sr Accountant

Spectra-Physics, Ophir, Newport and ESI are brands within the MKS Instruments Photonics Solutions division. We provide a full range of solutions including lasers for precision industrial and scientific research applications, laser and LED measurement, beam profiling, precision motion control, optical tables and vibration isolation systems, photonics instruments, temperature sensing, opto-mechanical components, optical elements, and systems for flexible PCB laser processing, high-speed MLCC testing, and CO2-laser-based systems HDI PCB and IC substrate manufacturing. MKS Photonics Solutions enhance our customers' capabilities and productivity in the semiconductor, advanced electronics and specialty industrial markets.

We are looking for an exceptional Senior Accountant who is recognized as a knowledgeable, enthusiastic and exceptional member of the MKS global accounting team. This position will be based in our Beaverton, OR office.

• Perform monthly System revenue analysis;

• Prepare and post revenue deferral/recognition journal entries; ASC 606 calculation and adjustment entries.

• Provide relevant various revenue reporting to the management team and business partners.

• Drive strong internal controls to ensure compliance of financial reporting requirements and maintain proper SOX documentation.

• Perform as a key contributor to the monthly and quarterly closing process.

• Prepare EMEA journal entries, VAT filing, audit, payroll coordination, GL reporting and BS reconciliations

• Prepare for and assist in internal control reviews and financial statement audits with both internal and external auditors

What will you bring to the team, along with your curiosity:

• 4+ year relevant professional experience in accounting

• BA/BS or equivalent educational background, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

• Extensive SAP experience highly preferred.

• Skilled use of advanced Excel functions including Vlookup and pivot tables is a plus.

• Willingness to dig into detail right down to the transaction level, if necessary, in order to problem solve.

• Ability to self-direct and prioritize responsibilities as appropriate.

• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process.

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, for positions requiring access to export-controlled goods and technical data that are subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR), MKS Instruments. Inc. may have to obtain an export license from the U.S. Government. As such, applicants for these positions, except "U.S. persons" (generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals (holder of a US Passport), lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees), may be subject to an export license review process. Employment is contingent upon issuance of the license.

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. persons." "U.S. persons" are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees.

MKS Instruments, Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("MKS") is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: accommodationsatMKS@mksinst.com .

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