Accountant - Temporary 9 Months Contract Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Leica Microsystems, one of Danaher's 15 operating companies, our work saves lives—and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. Accountant The Accountant is responsible for financial statements of Italy and Spain and will work closely with the Senior Accountant to establish and maintain the general accounting reporting and practices for the organization. This position reports to the Senior Finance Manager Europe and is part of the South Europe Finance Team located in Milan and will be an on-site role. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Manage accounts payable and general accounting; Verify VAT registers and general ledger; Perform other administrative activities. The essential requirements of the job include: High school diploma in accounting or Bachelor's degree in business; Basic knowledge of accounting (Invoice registration and VAT treatment); Ability to communicate in basic/business English; Spanish is a plus. It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in: Use of ERP - SAP; Accounting department in an international environment. Leica Microsystems, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. J-18808-Ljbffr