Reporting to the North America Finance Director, the accountant will support the Flow Controls accounting organization. In this role, the accountant will be responsible for general ledger accounting and account reconciliations, supporting the month end close cycle, assist in internal and external audits, and perform other tasks as requested. 

AS A SENIOR ACCOUNTANT, YOU WILL:

Responsible for preparation of assigned monthly journal entries. Responsible for performing account reconciliations to ensure transactions are recorded in compliance with accounting standards. Perform monthly analysis of key balance sheet reserves. Implement and monitor effective internal controls and procedures, direct financial related audits, and reviews of operational processes to support those controls. Provide support for annual internal and external audits by working cross functionally. Assist with preparation of monthly financial documents for various entities and ensure accuracy. Assess compliance of standard operating procedures and internal controls. Assist in other AdHoc tasks as assigned. Perform all duties in accordance with Company Business Conduct Guidelines. Anticipated travel at <10%.

WHO YOU ARE:

You quickly and decisively take actions in fact-changing, unpredictable situations, and show a tremendous amount of initiative in tough situations.  You actively seek input from pertinent sources to make timely and well-informed decisions. You have a clear understanding of other groups’ business priorities and persist in the face of challenges and setbacks. You partner with others to get work done. You seek ways to improve processes, from small tweaks to complete reengineering. You adapt quickly to changing environment and resources. You take on challenges with a positive attitude and passion. You effectively communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small, and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance 5 or more years of related experience in accounting or finance Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills Strong business sense, critical thinking, and analytical/technical skills Possess the ability to multitask, prioritize, work independently and in a group setting Must be accounting focused with a good knowledge of GAAP Intermediate proficiency with MS Office suite Legal Authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be offered for this role

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:  

Experience working in a manufacturing industry preferred Oracle and/or Hyperion experience preferred 

Our Offer to You:
 
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs.  We provide, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave. 
 
At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. 
 
This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place.  Learn more about our  Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson. 
 
Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training