Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant - Hybrid

New Britain, CT United States

Towson, MD United States

Come make the world and accelerate your success.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of more than 50,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.

The Job:  

As a Senior Accountant, you’ll be part of our Finance Accounting team working as a hybrid employee.    You’ll get to:  

• Corporate Accounting group coordinates the close of the general ledger, including preparing and reviewing journal entries and account reconciliations for multiple Corporate non-operating companies. 
• Responsible for certain recurring areas of accounting including key reserves, derivatives, pension, compensation, debt and equity.  
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting data and processes and work cross functionally to design and implement changes.
• Responsible for the month end, quarter end and year end close processes for Corporate related functions (i.e. Derivatives,  Debt, Equity, Prepaid Expenses, Self-funded reserves, etc.) that includes the following:
  • Prepares and posts journal entries and understands the technical accounting supporting journal entries.
  • General ledger reconciliation.
  • Financial statement analysis.
• Actively engage business leaders and various corporate and business departments to drive efficiency in accounting close and resolve issues.
• Coordinates, reviews and prepares schedules for internal and external auditors.
• Uses professional accounting concepts and internal company policies to solve complex accounting issues.
• Coordinate with Businesses & IT to enhance the General Accounting system(s).
• Assist non-financial departments with reporting and accounting issues and participate in financial projects and initiatives.
• Provide guidance and support to team members to help improve performance and develop technical competencies.
• Assist with accounting policy or procedure changes, communication needs, etc.

The Person:  

You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have: 

• BS in Accounting required.
• Self-motivated CPA with 3-4 years of progressive accounting experience in public accounting firm or equivalent industry experience.
• Solid technical skills and ability to analyze new transactions.
• Exhibits strong time management skills and able to work through roadblocks to meet commitments timely.
• Experience with SAP and Hyperion (Enterprise/HFM) systems preferred.
• Possesses excellent written and interpersonal communications, should be able to effectively collaborate and interact with others.
• Self-motivated and able to work on cross functional teams.
• Innovated team player that challenges current processes.

The Details:

You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

And More:

We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to:

• Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

• Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
• Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
• Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.

What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We’re visionaries and innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!

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