Accountant

City of Shakopee, MN

Austin (TX)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Flexible time off

Employee resource groups

Job summary

Emerson is hiring a Corporate Accountant located at its headquarters in Austin, Texas, reporting to the Corporate Accounting Manager. The role participates in highly visible corporate accounting and financial reporting activities and ensures U.S.

GAAP compliance and strong internal controls across the global accounting organization. You will partner with finance and business stakeholders worldwide, contribute to automation and standardization, and support accounting processes for a multi-entity,

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required or equivalent
2+ years of progressive accounting experience in public or corporate setting
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls over financial reporting
Experience in month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations preferred
CPA candidacy or certification preferred

Responsibilities

Execute key aspects of monthly, quarterly, and annual close related to the worldwide balance sheet
Prepare and analyze monthly journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Assist in preparation of financial statement disclosures and external reporting
Support accounting activities for unintegrated acquired entities across ERP environments
Identify accounting issues and process improvement opportunities for management

Skills

U.S. GAAP

SOX compliance

Balance sheet

Financial reporting

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

CPA candidacy preferred

Tools

Oracle

Hyperion

Job description

NI is hiring a Corporate Accountant located at its headquarters in Austin, Texas, reporting to the Corporate Accounting Manager. As a Corporate Accountant, you will be part of a team responsible for NI's global balance sheet and related accounting and financial reporting processes. This position plays an important role in ensuring the integrity of the Company's financial statements, maintaining compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal control requirements, and supporting continuous improvement across the global accounting organization.

The role provides the successful candidate with the opportunity to:

Participate in highly visible corporate accounting and financial reporting activities.
Apply and expand expertise in U.S. GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, and financial controls.
Partner with finance and business stakeholders across a global organization.
Contribute to process transformation, standardization, and automation initiatives across the accounting function.
Develop expertise in accounting processes supporting an organization with multiple manufacturing sites, a broad portfolio of products and services, and over 90 legal entities across nearly 50 countries.
Gain exposure to complex accounting matters and cross-functional business initiatives.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Execute key aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes related to the Company's worldwide balance sheet in compliance with U.S. GAAP.
Prepare and analyze monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting.
Assist in the preparation of financial statement disclosures and other external reporting requirements.
Support the accounting and reporting activities of unintegrated acquired entities, including the preparation and review of account reconciliations, manual journal entries, and related subledger activities across multiple ERP environments.
Identify and communicate accounting issues, unusual fluctuations, and process improvement opportunities to management.
Ensure compliance with established accounting policies, procedures, and internal control requirements.
Partner with Corporate Accounting leadership to support the implementation of accounting policies and consistent application of accounting practices across the organization.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation, simplification, standardization, and optimization of accounting and reporting processes.
Support special projects and strategic initiatives that enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the financial close and reporting environment.
Participate in testing and implementation activities associated with system upgrades, ERP enhancements, and finance transformation initiatives.
Execute internal controls over financial reporting in accordance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and identify opportunities to strengthen controls and improve efficiency.
Support internal and external audit activities by preparing supporting documentation and responding to audit inquiries.

Who You Are:

You introduce new ways of looking at problems. You partner with others to get work done. You are confident under pressure

For This Role, You Will Need:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA certification or CPA candidacy preferred.
2+ years of progressive accounting experience with a public accounting firm and/or a corporate accounting organization.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting requirements, and internal controls over financial reporting.
Experience participating in month-end close and balance sheet reconciliation processes highly preferred.
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

Knowledge of Oracle and Hyperion.
Experience with process improvement, automation, and standardization initiatives.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and global environment.

Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives— because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Work Authorization:

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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