Staff Accountant

Stanley Black & Decker • New Britain, CT

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Staff Accountant with technical accounting and general ledger skills who is able to work independently to complete projects with high-level guidance from manager. The Corporate Accounting group coordinates the close of the general ledger, including preparing and reviewing journal entries and account reconciliations for multiple Corporate non-operating companies. The group is responsible for certain recurring areas of accounting including pension, stock-based compensation, debt, equity, payroll, self-insured IBNR and affiliate transactions. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• BS in Accounting, required
• Self-motivated
• CPA with 1-2 years of progressive accounting experience in public accounting firm or equivalent industry experience
• Solid technical skills and ability to analyze transactions
• Exhibits strong time management skills and able to work through roadblocks to meet commitments timely

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SAP and Hyperion (Enterprise/HFM) systems preferred
• Strong team player able to effectively collaborate with others within and outside the organization
• Willingness to learn and open to new challenges

Responsibilities

• Assist with the month end, quarter end and year end close processes for Corporate related functions (i.e. Pension, Debt, Equity, Intercompany Loans, Prepaid Expenses, Payroll, etc.) that includes the following:
• Prepare and post journal entries and understand the technical accounting supporting journal entries
• General ledger reconciliation
• Research and clear intercompany out of balances
• Assist with billings to company Business Units
• Financial statement analysis
• Use accounting standards and internal company policies to solve accounting issues
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting data and processes and work cross functionally to design and implement changes
• Assist non-financial departments with reporting and accounting issues and participate in financial projects and initiatives
• Provide support to team members to drive efficiency in accounting close and resolve intercompany issues
• Assist with preparation of schedules for internal and external auditors

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

What This Job Offers

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