Senior Accountant External Reporting

If you are an accounting professional, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you!  Based in our St. Louis, Missouri location, you will be responsible for administration of, or support and assistance in Corporate Accounting’s preparation of public reports to stockholders, analysts and governmental agencies.  You will also assist in research, interpretation and implementation of accounting rules and regulations from regulatory bodies (i.e., FASB, SEC, FTC, DOC, etc.), as well as coordinate and/or assist with ad hoc special project work as vital. We look forward to seeing your application!

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Reports to the Securities and Exchange Commission:
  • Assist with preparation of forms 10-K, 10-Q and other reports to SEC as necessary (e.g., Forms 8-K, registration statements, etc.).
  • Coordinate filing of reports to the SEC via EDGAR, including XBRL preparation.
• Reports to Stockholders, Investors and Analysts:
  • Assist in preparation of Annual Report to Stockholders, Quarterly Earnings Press Release, Investor Presentations and CEO Earnings Call Slides.
  • Review and provide comments on draft documents provided by Investor Relations, focusing on accuracy and consistency with Forms 10-Q or 10-K and other published financial information.
• Collaborate with Planning Department personnel to support Senior Management presentations and review for consistency with previously published data. 
• Reports to the Government:
  • Coordinate with Business Units and corporate departments to acquire data vital to complete consolidated Emerson quarterly and annual government reporting as required by the Census Bureau, Department of Commerce and other government agencies. 
• Work with Business Units and corporate departments (General and International Accounting, Treasury, Tax, etc.), as necessary, to acquire financial data to complete core duties. Assist in the review of the data for reasonableness and accuracy.
• Responsible for maintaining and updating North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) data for use in premerger notification filings with the Federal Trade Commission.
• Review XBRL taxonomy tagging in Forms 10-Q and 10-K and liaison with XBRL service provider.
• Perform stock compensation expense calculations for Emerson non-US entities’ statutory filings. Provide data to Business Unit CFOs. Assist Executive Compensation and auditors with related requests.
• Assist with review and maintenance of Corporate Financial Policies and Procedures.
• Assist Assistant Controller or Controller in special projects and ad hoc financial analysis projects as needed.
• Assist in research, interpretation and implementation of new accounting rules and regulations from regulatory bodies. 

Who You Are:

• You readily action new challenges, without unnecessary planning.
• You optimally communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small and large     groups, or among diverse styles and position levels.
• You drill down to root causes to capture relevant information.
• You maintain a positive demeanor despite adversity.
• You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks.
• You follow through on commitments.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided for this role. 

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Two to three years audit or accounting experience, preferably with Big 4.
• Exposure to technical accounting or SEC reporting is a plus.
• Proficiency and/or experience with Microsoft Excel, Hyperion and Workiva are beneficial. 
• CPA Certification

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 encouraging a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their outstanding experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that encourages innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. ​