Financial Accountant, Corporate Accounting
About The Position
The Financial Accountant will be a key member of the Corporate finance team reporting to the Manager, Finance & Accounting. This role is responsible for supporting the accounting, reporting, and compliance activities related to employee benefit programs, equity compensation, and other corporate accounting matters. The position will contribute to the monthly close process, SEC reporting requirements, and regulatory filings, while partnering cross-functionally with Human Resources, Tax, Treasury, and other functions. In addition, the Financial Accountant will support process improvement efforts and other special initiatives within the finance organization. The position is preferred to be based at Veralto’s corporate headquarters, Waltham, MA, and will be hybrid with a flexible work environment. Travel may be required and estimated up to 5% annually.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science (BS) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degree in Finance or Accounting
- 3+ years of relevant experience
- A working knowledge of US GAAP is expected
Nice To Haves
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other relevant certification preferred
- Understanding of equity compensation / benefits accounting preferred
- Large international manufacturing industry experience
- Oracle (ERP) and OneStream tools experience
- Experience leveraging technology and AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, Claude) to improve workflows, automate routine tasks, and enhance analytical capabilities
Responsibilities
- Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close and consolidation processes by ensuring accounting records are complete, accurate, and compliant with U.S. GAAP and Company policies
- Prepare monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules related to corporate accounting activities, including employee benefit programs, retirement plans, and global business insurance
- Process and maintain the accounting of employee health and life benefit programs, including invoice tracking, cost allocations, and monthly charges to operating companies
- Support the accounting and reporting of equity compensation programs, including stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), performance stock units (PSUs), share repurchases, and share-related reconciliations
- Prepare supporting schedules and disclosures for quarterly and annual SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q and 10-K
- Assist with the preparation of regulatory and shareholder-related filings, including the Form 11-K and annual proxy statement
- Participate in the preparation of monthly forecast-to-actual analyses for management reporting packages
- Support the accounting associated with companywide tax planning initiatives
- Assist with finance projects aimed at improving efficiency, strengthening controls, and implementing new technologies
- Support business audits conducted by external and internal auditors by preparing supporting documentation and responding to inquiries in a timely manner, and contribute to the maintenance of a strong SOX-compliant control environment
Benefits
- Bonus pay and equity awards for eligible roles
- Paid holidays and a permissive paid time off policy emphasizing flexibility and trust
- Ongoing investment in your career through dedicated training, on-the-job development, and coaching
- Total rewards that support your success at work and beyond, including comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) savings plan with employer match, and associate wellbeing programming with rewards
- medical/dental/vision insurance
- 401(k) to eligible employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
