Sr. Finance Analyst, Global Accounting CoE

The primary responsibility of the Global Accounting CoE is to serve as the global accounting subject matter experts. Members of the CoE obtain an understanding of current company-wide accounting policies, ensure the Company's processes adhere to those accounting policies and operationalize accounting with a focus on standardization and efficiency. Accounting areas covered by the Accounting CoE are revenue, accounts receivable, cash, inventory, accounts payable, long-lived assets and intercompany. This position will gain a broad exposure to Company processes related to revenue, accounts receivable and rebates. The position requires the ability to manage multiple on-going initiatives, several of which may be project based and across different stakeholders. There will be exposure to various cross functional teams including Global Reporting, Accounting Policy, Controllership, Sherwin Business Services (SBS) and Commercial Finance.

This position is not hybrid/remote and will be located at our Global Headquarters in Cleveland, OH.

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

• Build a strong working knowledge of the Company's revenue, accounts receivable and rebate processes and related US GAAP guidance (ASC 606 and 326). Support the preparation and maintenance of process documentation and flowcharts for revenue, account receivable and rebate process streams. Assist with documenting procedures, assumptions, and standardization efforts to help ensure consistent and accurate accounting across the organization. Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including Global Reporting, Accounting Policy, Controllership, SBS, and Commercial Finance.

• Perform various recurring tasks including, but not limited to the following:

  • Customer price audit sampling and testing

  • Documentation of key accounting considerations within company contracts, such as those with customers

  • Facilitate the creation, distribution and aggregation of results from certain accounting questionnaires

• Assist with reviewing accounts receivable and rebate account reconciliations to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timely resolution of reconciling items.

• Assist with process documentation efforts across various functions by developing and maintaining flowcharts, standard procedures, and accounting assumptions. Ensure global consistency and update related global accounting policies.

• Be willing to assist with special projects and initiatives within the Accounting CoE which may or may not be related to revenue, accounts receivable and rebates with a focus on being a business partner to others across the organization.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

FORMAL EDUCATION:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree with Major in Accounting or Finance

Preferred:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or candidate in the process of sitting for CPA exam

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• 3+ years of experience in accounting, auditing and/or financial analysis
• Knowledge of US GAAP
• Microsoft Office experience
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship

Preferred:

• Public accounting experience, particularly Big 4

TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Required:

• Strong Excel skills
• Ability to learn new systems
• Ability to professionally handle confidential information
• Detail-oriented and well-organized
• Ability to think critically and suggest solutions

• Ability to work independently to research issues and recommend and implement solutions

• Enjoys delivering on complex work in a dynamic global operating environment

• Ability to coordinate efforts of others and work well with individuals at a wide range of levels as a dependable and reliable business partner

• Ability to take initiative, complete assignments and prioritize work to achieve objectives

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Sense of urgency, with ability to change priorities quickly as needed
• Strong desire to learn and continuously improve

Preferred:

• Experience with OneStream
• Experience with Oracle General Ledger

Travel: 10%