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New opportunity based in Porto, Portugal for a Fixed Assets Specialist position to join the Business Support Center. You will be a part of a team responsible for providing high quality accounting service in the GL for internal clients around the globe. Along with daily operational tasks, you will also have an opportunity to take part in the process transition, including creating procedures, recognizing areas for enhancement and introducing improvements, and stabilizing the migrated process. 

• Monitor and process fixed assets transactions (asset acquisitions, transfers, retirements).
• Conduct monthly, quarterly, and yearly closing and reporting activities.
• Calculate and execute depreciation for all fixed assets.
• Maintenance of fixed assets master data in SAP system.
• Preparation of SOX controls & FA accounts reconciliation.
• Performance of ad-hoc analysis, reports, follow-ups with finance teams.
• Participation in internal and external audits.
• Daily cooperation with local business and other departments.
• Participation in business service calls.
• Creating and maintaining process documentation.
• Support new transitions and standardization of the process.
• Perform other duties as required.

To be successful in the role we need you to:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 1-2 years of experience in Fixed Assets / Accounts Payable/ General Ledger / Accounting field
• Former experience with US GAAP would be an asset
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively and professionally in English (written and oral)
• Very good knowledge of SAP ERP
• Have advanced computer proficiency with MS Office Suite including Excel expertise
• Demonstrate ability to work on and own initiatives
• Pay attention to detail
• Have organizational skills
• Be open-minded and receptive to change

Bruker BSC offers a comprehensive and competitive salary and benefits package, work in an international and dynamic environment, stable and long-term cooperation.