Staff Accountant

Xylem • Charlotte, NC

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant is a member of Xylem’s Shared Services Accounting Team (AAC), supporting multiple business units in a shared services environment. The role supports monthly close processes, corporate accounting allocations and journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany balancing and reconciliation, internal-control compliance, and other accounting responsibilities. The position is based at Xylem’s Charlotte, NC office and follows a hybrid schedule, with in-office work Tuesday through Thursday.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in general accounting.
• Strong analytical skills and working knowledge of the general ledger.
• Competency with advanced Microsoft Excel functions.
• Experience with Oracle, SAP ECC6/S4, or other ERP accounting systems.
• Experience with BlackLine, OneStream, or similar financial close and reconciliation tools.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Xylem does not provide sponsorship for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a shared services environment.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal control frameworks.
• Manufacturing experience.
• CPA certification or progress toward CPA certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations for multiple business units’ month-end closing activities, ensuring proper documentation is obtained.
• Prepare accrual and prepaid journal entries.
• Perform intercompany balancing, adjustments, and reconciliations.
• Prepare payroll, employee benefit, and tax journal entries.
• Submit journal entries using BlackLine, SAP, and Winshuttle Evolve.
• Prepare and maintain schedules, roll-forwards, reporting templates, and other accounting support files.
• Reconcile sub-ledgers to the general ledger, identify imbalances and their causes, and resolve issues to help prevent recurrence.
• Respond to accounting and general ledger inquiries from business partners.
• Provide documentation and entry support for interim and annual internal and external audit requests.
• Assist with ad hoc projects and analyses as requested.
• Maintain documentation supporting Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance.
• Evaluate processes and identify opportunities to streamline accounting through standardization, automation, and best practices.
• Adapt and interact effectively with teams at different states and facilities.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package and bonus opportunity.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans, including coverage from day one.
• 401(k) with company contribution and a generous retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off (PTO)/flexible time off (FTO) and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave, maternity support, and fertility benefits.
• Hybrid work options and flexibility where applicable.
• Emotional health and wellness programs.
• Paid volunteer program (Xylem Watermark).
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness.
• Employee recognition and discount programs.

What This Job Offers

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