Senior Manager, Accounting

Whirlpool • Benton Harbor, MI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager of External Reporting and Policies and Procedures is responsible for Whirlpool’s external financial reporting processes and the development and maintenance of global financial policies and procedures. Reporting to Finance leadership, this role provides strategic oversight for technical accounting policies and the control environment while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of SEC filings and compliance with US GAAP and regulatory reporting requirements.

The role provides global technical accounting guidance and policy oversight, serving as a primary resource for complex accounting applications. It manages the preparation of periodic financial statements and disclosures in alignment with executive stakeholders, including the Corporate Controller and Regional Finance teams. The position is part of a team focused on reporting excellence and maintains partnerships with internal and external audit teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Active CPA or equivalent local certification, such as Chartered Accountant.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in External Reporting, Technical Accounting, or Corporate Controllership within a large public company or Big Four.
• Deep understanding of US GAAP and SOX compliance, with extensive experience in SEC reporting, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q.
• Expertise in US GAAP/IFRS and SOX compliance frameworks.
• Ability to independently research and evaluate accounting matters and author technical accounting policies or position papers.
• Strong presentation and advisory skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical financial data clearly to senior executives and secure buy-in.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s in Accounting or an MBA with a financial focus.
• Familiarity with advanced finance automation, master data governance strategies, and financial optimization tools such as BlackLine.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and interpret global financial policies and procedures to promote consistency and compliance with evolving US GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Lead the preparation, review, and filing of SEC documents, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, and other external financial reports.
• Research complex technical accounting matters, including mergers and acquisitions, and author comprehensive position papers.
• Partner with external auditors to facilitate quarterly reviews and annual audits and serve as the primary contact for external reporting and policy-related inquiries.
• Maintain and monitor the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting in accordance with SOX requirements.
• Evaluate the effects of new accounting standards on the company’s financial statements and lead implementation efforts.
• Partner with Regional Finance teams and Corporate leadership to support policy adherence and reporting accuracy.
• Lead global training and communications on new financial policies, procedures, and reporting standards.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package
• Whirlpool employee discount
• Fitness and educational reimbursement programs
• Kitchenettes
• Always On Flexibility
• Two weeks of work from anywhere per year, in minimum one-week increments
• Four weeks of paid sabbatical after every five years of service
• Renovated office space, Barista Bar, biking and walking trails, and access to The Eddy Early Childhood Center at Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations, subject to availability and additional costs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior