Company Description
At Fortune Brands Innovations, we believe that our innovation and success are fueled by the passion of our people and the strength of our teams. Together, we work to fulfill dreams of home by aligning around common goals, being agile in the face of change, holding ourselves accountable, and acting with integrity and transparency. We succeed when everyone belongs and strive to build a Home for All where all associates can be their true, authentic selves at work. Learn more about our culture here
Job Description
As the Accounting Manager- Consolidations, you will be at the forefront of ensuring the financial integrity of our highly matrixed organization. You will manage and guide the consolidation process for the entire company while maintaining accurate ledger accounts, implementing internal controls, and collaborating with various finance teams and leadership. Your responsibilities will extend to overseeing audits, managing financial reporting, and contributing to strategic initiatives while managing 1 direct report.
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance and (5+) years’ experience in corporate or public accounting with experience in US GAAP and internal controls.
This is a hybrid-based role which includes working 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) in our Deerfield, IL location.
What you will be doing
- Manage the close and consolidation process across teams, managing global intercompany processes and reviewing US GAAP consolidated results for timely, high-quality communication.
- Develop and coach a direct report, providing regular feedback and participating in talent and performance reviews.
- Review consolidation journal entries and reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance in a global consolidation of 100+ legal entities.
- Document and communicate new processes to centralize consolidations and lead the implementation of Oracle EPM.
- Prepare month-end reports, including financial statements and key supplemental data.
- Resolve discrepancies in intercompany accounts.
- Collaborate with the Controllership and review subsidiary financial information, engaging with leadership on analysis.
- Drive automation initiatives to streamline the close cycle and reduce manual work.
- Support team projects for quarter-end and year-end reporting, process documentation, and system optimization.
- Maintain effective internal controls for the financial close, ensuring SOX compliance and reducing financial risk.
- Collaborate with auditors to enhance internal policies for SOX compliance.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 5+ years of public accounting or industry accounting experience required.
- Must have a high degree of technical knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- CPA, or MBA
- Experience with Oracle Cloud Products (EPM)
- People management experience
Additional Information
At Fortune Brands Innovations, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.
Fortune Brands Innovation (FBIN) is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within our operating segments: water, outdoors and security. We have an impressive track record of strong financial results, market outperformance and growth, which translates into career and professional growth opportunities for associates. Please visit our website at fbin.com to learn more
Equal Employment Opportunity
FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Reasonable Accommodations
FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.
What We Do
Fortune Brands Home & Security (NYSE: FBHS) is headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois with operations across the Midwest in the United States and globally. Since becoming a stand-alone company in 2011, we have established a strong track record of growth and success while consistently outperforming our competitors and the marketplace. Our strength comes from a consistent growth strategy focused on innovation, superior execution and high performing teams.
Our purpose is to FULFILL THE DREAMS OF HOME. Delivering on our purpose and strategy starts with our associates who see limitless opportunities to build a great company. Our teams are guided by our values called the 3As, which are fundamental beliefs and behaviors focused on how we conduct business and treat others: 1) ALIGNED - We are collaborative, inclusive, and work decisively. 2) AGILE - We move quickly in an ever-changing business landscape to capture the opportunities ahead. 3) ACCOUNTABLE - We operate with responsibility, transparency, and ownership to deliver results.
An important component of our culture is a strong focus on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). At Fortune Brands, our associates are encouraged and empowered to be their authentic selves.
OUR BUSINESS INCLUDES 3 SEGMENTS:
Water Innovations (WINN): WINN designs for water, delivering beautiful products crafted with innovation and efficiency. Brands include Moen and a portfolio of luxury brands under the House of Rohl: Riobel, Rohl, Perrin & Rowe, Shaws and Victoria + Albert.
Outdoors & Security: This business focuses on the attractive outdoor living space with products engineered for a lifetime of outdoor performance, providing homeowners protection and security. Brands include Therma-Tru, LARSON, Fiberon, Fypon, Master Lock and SentrySafe.
Cabinets: MasterBrand Cabinets is the premier kitchen and bath cabinet producer in North America. Our portfolio includes more than 35+ brands.
