Sr. Manager, External Reporting - The Toro Company

Who Are We?     

The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world-class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us. From residential lawns and gardens, to venues such as St Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in. With 100 years of operation under our belt and an average employee tenure of 15 years, come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place in the Twin Cities to build a career. 

Sr. Manager External Reporting Job Overview:

Directs and leads the preparation of quarterly SEC external reporting requirements to reflect the worldwide financial results of The Toro Company (“TTC”). Specifically responsible for external reporting and technical accounting related processes, in compliance with the required standards of the SEC, U.S. GAAP, and TTC. Highly visible role that supports executive leadership and the broader TTC finance organization.

What Will You Do?  

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:  ​​​​

• Provide leadership and direction for quarterly SEC external reporting requirements, including disclosures on Form 10-Q and Form 10-K and other miscellaneous accounting matters. Support the quarterly earnings call process through review of quarterly operating results for senior management.
• Research and provide direction regarding SEC and FASB pronouncements and technical accounting guidance for business-specific scenario analysis and review and prepare technical accounting memos, including the adoption of new accounting standards updates and other technical areas such as goodwill impairment testing and segment reporting.
• Direct the accounting due diligence process for potential acquisitions and divestitures. Provide oversight for significant purchase accounting assumptions regarding the valuation work associated with acquired assets and assumed liabilities.
• Ensure internal controls are designed and operating effectively related to financial reporting and as applicable, develop corrective action plans if remediation is needed. Partner with internal and external audit to facilitate both interim and annual audit procedures.
• Direct benefit plan audits requiring filing on Form 11-K and Form 5500.
• Monitor the results of statutory audits with our foreign subsidiaries to ensure audit compliance.
• Manage, develop and maintain a team of analysts, providing clear direction, motivation, engagement and career development opportunities.

What Do You Need?  

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:  ​

• Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance required.
• 8+ years business accounting experience with emphasis in compliance with SEC, GAAP and FASB regulations.
• Strong leadership and coaching experience required; with focus on career and professional development of team.
• CPA and public accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Mergers and acquisitions experience preferred.
• Excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
• Drive for – and proven success in driving – continued improvement of business, function and self.
• Leverages technology and systems to drive efficiencies.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word skills preferred.

What Can We Give You?     

At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits - The Toro company offers employees at our Bloomington, MN HQ location a variety of perks, including: