Accounting Co-Op

SUMMARY

This Accounting Co-op  role is tasked with a wide range of responsibilities throughout the SBS General Accounting department. The tasks assigned to this role grant a wide range of experience that includes bank account reconciliation, profit and loss statement analysis, management reporting, and journal voucher creating and uploading. This is a year-round position and would be required to work a minimum of 20 hours per week 

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS    

• Assist with daily balancing of credit card transactions in US & Canada Stores and associated files received from banking institutions and assist with daily rejects reports
• Gather Account Receivable transactions on a weekly basis to reclass to proper GL account string
• Work with group Financial Analysts to ensure timely uploads of submitted journal vouchers throughout the month and during month end close
• Compile customer complaint accrual lag analysis 
• Assist in researching customer deposits (debit balances and other) 
• Provide timely responses to chargeback inquiries from field personnel 
• Act as a resource to HQ and field personnel regarding all financial related matters; achieve resolution in a timely manner and assist with various ad hoc projects

What is the Process to get Started?  Step 1 – Online Application    Find the role(s) that interest you on our Careers page: https://jobsearch.sherwin.com/   Set aside 15 minutes to create your profile by entering or importing your details from one of our job board partners     Step 2 – Digital Interview     Upon review of your application, qualified candidates will be invited to complete a digital video interview via HireVue, our interview partner. The interview will consist of a few behavioral based questions   You’ll be able to record and complete your video interview anytime, anywhere! While you can complete this video interview on your own schedule, we ask that this step be completed within 7 days of receiving an invitation     Step 3 – Panel Interview  Your video interview is reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team and our top candidates are invited to meet with out team in a virtual Microsoft teams panel interview.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

Required:

• High School Diploma
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor or Master Degree with an Accounting or Finance focus.
• Ability to work in a co-op position no less than 12 months
• Required to work a minimum of 20 hours per week during normal business hours

 

 

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Required: 

•  Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills; attention to detail

 

TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: 

Required:

• Microsoft Office products Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Clear and concise communication in verbal and written form
• Organizing, planning and prioritizing work 
• Detail-oriented, flexible 
• Team-oriented

Here, we believe there’s not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there’s a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans. We’ll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you show us what you can do. You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show! 
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