Sr. Accountant

Charlotte - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 80000 - 105000

Posted on: 03-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23000 employees operating in over 150 countries Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the worlds most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Xylem is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to join our Charlotte-based Accounting team. Reporting to the Director of Accounting this role plays a vital part in ensuring accurate financial reporting maintaining compliance with SOX requirements and supporting core accounting functions including general ledger intercompany transactions fixed assets and inventory. The Senior Accountant will partner closely with cross-functional teams contribute to process improvements and provide critical insights that help drive operational and financial excellence across the organization.

This role will be hybrid and sit at our enterprise collaboration hub in Charlotte NC.

Sr. Accountant Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting

Subject Matter Expert supporting general accounting/ledger fixed assets and intercompany
Support cost accounting activities for daily cycle count and annual physical inventory
Timely and accurate journal entry preparation and posting
Support month end and year end close process
Timely and accurate submission of monthly roll forwards supplementals and quarterly forms using OneStream
Preparation and distribution of monthly/quarterly accounting reporting

Audit and Compliance

Distribute and maintain documentation to support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance
Support internal and external financial and SOX audits
Account reconciliation analysis and timely resolution of reconciling items
Maintain update and develop desktop procedures as needed

Stakeholder Relationship Management

Partner with ERP Program team to support migration activities as needed
Partnering with and assisting Accounting Manager and Director of Accounting
Special projects as deemed appropriate

Sr. Accountant Qualifications

BS degree in Accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience
3-5 years general accounting experience
Demonstrated experience in resolving non-routine and semi-complex accounting activities. such as account reconciliations and journal entries
Strong analytical prioritizing and problem-solving skills
Intermediate to advanced proficiency with standard Microsoft Office products
Ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt to changing responsibilities
SAP experience preferred
Experience with consolidation and financial reporting tools OneStream preferred

The estimated salary range for this position is $80000 to $105000 plus pay is dependent on multiple factors such as skills experience and work location and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package including Medical Dental Vision plans 401(k) with company contribution paid time off paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage conservation and re-use. Our products impact public utilities industrial sectors residential areas and commercial buildings with a commitment to providing smart metering network technologies and advanced analytics for water electric and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem youll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylems transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation

Required Experience:

Senior IC