Sr. Finance Analyst, Global Accounting CoE
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Job Location:
Cleveland, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The primary responsibility of the Global Accounting CoE is to serve as the global accounting subject matter experts. Members of the CoE obtain an understanding of current company-wide accounting policies ensure the Companys processes adhere to those accounting policies and operationalize accounting with a focus on standardization and efficiency. Accounting areas covered by the Accounting CoE are revenue accounts receivable cash inventory accounts payable long-lived assets and intercompany. This position will gain a broad exposure to Company processes related to revenue accounts receivable and rebates. The position requires the ability to manage multiple on-going initiatives several of which may be project based and across different stakeholders. There will be exposure to various cross functional teams including Global Reporting Accounting Policy Controllership Sherwin Business Services (SBS) and Commercial Finance.
This position is not hybrid/remote and will be located at our Global Headquarters in Cleveland OH.
Because this role involves access to confidential financial information the Company has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and to provide similar protections for its clients and potential investments.
Responsibilities
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS
Build a strong working knowledge of the Companys revenue accounts receivable and rebate processes and related US GAAP guidance (ASC 606 and 326). Support the preparation and maintenance of process documentation and flowcharts for revenue account receivable and rebate process streams. Assist with documenting procedures assumptions and standardization efforts to help ensure consistent and accurate accounting across the organization. Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including Global Reporting Accounting Policy Controllership SBS and Commercial Finance.
Perform various recurring tasks including but not limited to the following:
Customer price audit sampling and testing
Documentation of key accounting considerations within company contracts such as those with customers
Facilitate the creation distribution and aggregation of results from certain accounting questionnaires
Assist with reviewing accounts receivable and rebate account reconciliations to ensure completeness accuracy and timely resolution of reconciling items.
Assist with process documentation efforts across various functions by developing and maintaining flowcharts standard procedures and accounting assumptions. Ensure global consistency and update related global accounting policies.
Be willing to assist with special projects and initiatives within the Accounting CoE which may or may not be related to revenue accounts receivable and rebates with a focus on being a business partner to others across the organization.
Qualifications
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
FORMAL EDUCATION:
Required:
Bachelors degree with Major in Accounting or Finance
Preferred:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or candidate in the process of sitting for CPA exam
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
Required:
- 3 years of experience in accounting auditing and/or financial analysis
- Knowledge of US GAAP
- Microsoft Office experience
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
Preferred:
- Public accounting experience particularly Big 4
TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Required:
- Strong Excel skills
- Ability to learn new systems
- Ability to professionally handleconfidential information
- Detail-oriented and well-organized
- Ability to think critically and suggest solutions
Ability to work independently to research issues and recommend and implement solutions
Enjoys delivering on complex work in a dynamic global operating environment
Ability to coordinate efforts of others and work well with individuals at a wide range of levels as a dependable and reliable business partner
Ability to take initiative complete assignments and prioritize work to achieve objectives
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Sense of urgency with ability to change priorities quickly as needed
- Strong desire to learn and continuously improve
Preferred:
- Experience with OneStream
- Experience with Oracle General Ledger
Travel: 10%
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Internal Audit
- Accounting Tally
- Data Entry
- Compliance
- Accounting & Finance
- Oracle database
- GAAP
- General Ledger Accounting
- Communication
- External Audit
- MySQL
- MS SQL
- Microsoft offices
- Financial statement
- ACCA
About Company
At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purp ... View more
