Accounting Analyst

This position is accountable for the daily, weekly, and monthly preparation and analysis of reports for management's use in fiscal decision making. This role processes and reports financial information in an accurate and timely manner and implements internal controls to safeguard assets. This role monitors and analyzes daily reporting, ensures the timely and accurate closing of the books, and assists in the month-end close by reviewing the P&L.

 

Additional Information

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

5% Travel

This position is also eligible for bonus based on performance and subject to the terms of the Company’s applicable plans.

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.

 

• Manage the daily review of all variances and variance detail tracking report
• Assist in developing the Annual Operating Budget
• Analyze manufacturing costs, transfer pricing and special projects, and monthly P&L summaries for anomalies and report findings to management
• Provide analytical support for Operational Excellence cost savings projects, including Lean projects, Six Sigma, Capital Projects, Kaizen Events and 5S projects
• Utilize advanced data mining and analysis to identify and make recommendations on adverse yield trends
• Assist in the physical inventory

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future
• Must have at least one (1) year of work experience in finance or accounting, or have completed a Sherwin-Williams development program in Finance
• Must have a bachelor's degree or higher or have at least four (4) years work experience in finance or accounting

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have a bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, finance, economics, or business
• Have at least one (1) year of work experience in an accounting function in a manufacturing/distribution environment
• Have prior work experience financial forecasting
• Have prior work experience preparing an annual budget
• Have prior work experience using spreadsheets, databases, and financial software applications

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
It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

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 that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modif