Accountant

Varian Medical Systems; Phoenix (site) (AK); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid or remote work option

Competitive health, dental, and vision

Job summary

Varian Medical Systems is seeking an Accountant within the Interventional Solutions unit. You will support financial recordkeeping, month-end close, and data analysis for strategic decision-making.

The role involves VAT data handling for European operations and collaboration with auditors in a global oncology-focused environment. Hybrid or remote options are available, with a background in healthcare or medical devices advantageous.

Qualifications

• Degree in accounting/finance with 3–5 years of general accounting experience.
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills.
• Self-motivated with an analytical mindset.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and perform month-end close processes.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide analysis to support decision-making and planning.
• Assist in data extraction/review for European VAT filings.
• Coordinate with internal/external auditors for documentation and support.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency.
• Support cross-training to back up team members.

Skills

Excel

Analytical mindset

Self-starter

English fluency

Education

Degree in accounting/finance

Tools

SAP

Job description

Full job description Together, we can beat cancer. At Varian, a Siemens Healthineers Company, we bring together the world's best talent to realize our vision of a world without fear of cancer. Together, we work passionately to develop and deliver easy-to-use, efficient oncology solutions. We are part of an incredible community of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, to improve people’s lives around the world. We embrace a culture of inclusivity in which the power and potential of every individual can be unleashed. We spark ideas that lead to positive impact and continued success. If you want to be part of this important mission, we want to hear from you.

Accountant - Varian Interventional Solutions

About Us

At Varian, our mission is to create a world without fear of cancer. As a Siemens Healthineers company, we have 11,000 employees across 70 locations worldwide to revolutionize the patient's journey and redefine the future of cancer care. Our vision has expanded and become more comprehensive, given our diverse portfolio of imaging and cancer care technologies and services. We are building an oncology ecosystem to support care providers along the entire cancer care continuum. Our mission is driven by human ingenuity, and we are seeking inspired individuals to join us in powering new victories over cancer. Let's work together to build a world without the fear of cancer.

Role Overview

As an Accountant within the Interventional Solutions business unit at Varian, you will be part of small but experienced team that supports this emerging segment of the company. This is an excellent opportunity to help shape our go-forward approach, be cross-trained on broad range of accounting functions, and work on a variety of projects.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Drive Excellence in Financial Recordkeeping and Reporting: Ensure timely and accurate recording and reconciliation of transactions, adjustments, and journal entries. Perform a broad range of month-end closing functions. Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Guide the Way: Provide analysis to support decision-making and planning processes. Answer ad-hoc queries from other teams regarding accounting data and specific accounting topics.
• Strengthen Tax Compliance: Assist in data extraction and review for European VAT filings.
• Ensure Audit Excellence: Perform local internal control activities and coordinate with internal and external auditors to provide necessary documentation and support.
• Champion Innovation: Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency. Implement best practices and recommend changes to existing procedures as needed.
• Bolster Team Resiliency: Through cross-training, development a broad skill set to be able to back up other members of the team.

Core Requirements

• Degree in accounting/finance and 3-5 years of experience in general accounting
• Experienced in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Be internally motivated/a self-starter
• Possess an analytical mindset with a natural curiosity about business issues, drivers, and solutions
• Fluent in English, both written and oral

Advantages

• Knowledge of SAP
• CPA qualification
• Experience with companies in healthcare, life sciences, or medical device manufacturing
• Location in Austin, TX area preferred but not required

Benefits

• Career growth opportunities
• Competitive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401K match and annual bonus opportunity
• Opportunity to work with a small team, yet supported by large global company
• Hybrid or remote working model supporting your life-work balance

Fighting cancer calls for big ideas.

We envision a world without fear of cancer. Achieving this vision takes dedication and commitment from all of us, every single day. That's why we celebrate and value the distinctly beautiful and intersectional identities of each of our employees. We are a mirror of our patient-base, which allows us to innovate. Big ideas come from everywhere, and the best ideas are fostered by our unique individual experiences. At Varian, we encourage you to bring your whole self to work and believe your bold and authentic perspective will help to power more victories over cancer.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Varian is an Equal Opportunity and affirmatively action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO is the Law

Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination.