Financial Analyst, Fixed Assets

The Financial Analyst, Fixed Asset position supports the Supervisor in performance of internal controls related to the processes and procedures within Fixed Assets. This role supports the accurate and timely processing of Fixed Asset transactions within the Oracle Fixed Asset system. This position is focused on analysis and performance of complex fixed asset accounting on our capital asset projects for Global Supply Chain and other divisions. The Analyst is also responsible for assisting with continuous improvement projects.  This position will be in contact with all financial areas of the company, all levels of management, internal and external auditors, tax, and I.T. professionals, within all organizational units and will be entrusted with complex high dollar and high-volume Fixed Assets activities.

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.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Complete asset additions, transfers and retirements within the asset module including proper asset classification.
• Reconcile fixed asset clearing accounts and resolve outstanding items.
• Answer questions from Division Engineering and Installations departments, field, and internal auditors regarding fixed assets. 
• Research sales of assets and insurance gains to ensure proper accounting for sold or destroyed assets and proper application of proceeds.
• Assist with continuous improvement by developing, performing and/or assisting with transactional lean initiatives with the goal of creating synergies, lowering costs and improving processes.
• Support activity related to future acquisitions/integrations.  Analyze monthly depreciation variances along with ad hoc reporting requests.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

FORMAL EDUCATION: 

Required:

•  Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• 1+ year of accounting, finance, business or related experience.
   

Preferred:

• At least one year of Sherwin-Williams experience.
• Prior experience in Fixed Assets
• Relevant account reconciliation experience.

TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Required:

• Prioritizing asset additions, transfer, and retirements while ensuring that monthly projects such as researching proceeds balances and leasehold improvements are done in a timely manner.
• Clear and concise communication skills to effectively communicate with field and corporate personnel related to Fixed Assets, both verbal and written form
• Good customer service orientation
• Proficient analytical Skills
• General accounting knowledge
• MS Office with proficiency in Excel. 
• Ability to prioritize tasks with respect to deadlines.

Preferred:

• Oracle experience (ideally, FA, but any Oracle experience is helpful)

Travel: 10%

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 purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
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At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings