Danaher Corporation is hiring: Head of Investment Accounting in Washington DC

At Danaher, our work saves lives. Fueled by our culture of continuous improvement, we turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life. Our 63,000+ associates work across the globe at more than 15 unique businesses within life sciences, diagnostics, and biotechnology. At Danaher, you can build an incredible career at a leading science and technology company, where we're committed to hiring and developing from within. Learn about the Danaher Business System ( which makes everything possible. The candidate for Director, M&A & Investments Accounting will be a critical member of the finance team and a principle financial and technical accounting advisor to our businesses and senior management particularly related to business acquisitions and valuations. In addition to M&A of businesses which are strategic fits within Danaher or expansion of Danaher's portfolio to new areas, Danaher maintains a portfolio of early-stage private company minority investments through its wholly-owned corporate venture capital fund, its investment in limited partnerships ("LP's") and Limited Liability Companies ("LLC's") and strategic minority investments by its operating companies. This position reports to the Vice President - Corporate Controller and is part of the Corporate Finance team located in Washington, DC and will be an on-site role. The candidate will work closely with Corporate Finance, Corporate Development, and LP and LLC management, and will be a key point of contact for platform management and Opcos regarding accounting and reporting issues. Partner with Corporate Development to address technical, acquisition-related issues and facilitate transition of such matters and due diligence findings to Opco management. + Partner with acquired company management to prepare and review post-acquisition opening balance sheets. + Interface with external auditors on review of opening balance sheets and valuations. + Evaluate and propose initial accounting for early-stage minority investments, convertible debt, and equity method investments and LP/LLC activities. Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting studies, CPA is required. + Large, international, public accounting firm and/or Fund Administrator (Fund or Audit experience is required). + Acquisition accounting under ASC 805, including experience performing or auditing third party purchase price allocations, contingent consideration, call/ put options, and fair value adjustments to inventory and deferred revenue. + Accounting for Impairments of Intangible Assets, Goodwill, and Long-Lived assets under ASC 350 and 360. Proven track record of critical thinking, strategic mindset, solid business acuity and execution for results with an ability to make tough, difficult accounting and financial-related decisions. + This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law. #We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact:1-202-419-7762 or applyassistance@danaher.