Accountant, Financial Reporting

Tempur Sealy International; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical & Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan Options

Employee Purchase Discounts

Job summary

Tempur Sealy International is seeking an Accountant, Financial Reporting in Lexington, KY to apply accounting principles and prepare financial reports. You will analyze financial information, support auditors, and drive process improvements with cross-functional teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA is preferred. Willingness to work some late nights and weekends as needed, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience.
• CPA license or candidate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts.
• Analyze assets, liabilities and expenses and assist in preparing the balance sheet and income statement.
• Identify improvements to processes, improve accruals and reduce errors.
• Coordinate with other departments on objectives and perform reconciliations.
• Support auditors with documentation and ad-hoc reporting.

Skills

Financial analysis

Accounting

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

## Accountant, Financial ReportingApplylocations: Lexington, KYtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR101827**Tempur Sealy. Iconic brands. Storied history. Industry-leading innovation.** Tempur Sealy is committed to improving the sleep of more people, every night, all around the world. As a leading designer, manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of bedding products worldwide, we know how crucial a good night of sleep is to overall health and wellness. Utilizing over a century of knowledge and industry-leading innovation, we deliver award-winning products that provide breakthrough sleep solutions to consumers in over 100 countries. Our highly recognized brands include Tempur-Pedic, Sealy and Stearns & Foster. We hire people who have a passion for helping others find their best night’s sleep. No matter what stage of your career, you can build your future at Tempur Sealy!**OUR COMPANY OFFERS GREAT BENEFITS, INCLUDING:*** Generous Paid Time Off* Competitive Medical, Dental & other wellness programs* Disability and Life Company Paid* Retirement Plan Options* Generous Employee Purchase Discounts**Pay Range: $54,000 - $76,000**## ## **Job Summary**: Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports by performing the below duties. This function requires well developed skills in accounting, business analysis, and process improvement. The successful candidate will have an ability to thrive in an environment of rapid change; work effectively within cross-functional teams; will be highly resourceful; able to deliver strong results; have a passion for operational excellence, and possess a strong set of communication and analytical skills.**What You’ll Do (Essential Duties and Responsibilities)****:*** Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to general ledger accounts while documenting business transactions.* Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities and expenses and assist in preparing the balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize and interpret current and projected company financial position for other managers.* Make recommendations regarding the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures.* Collect and analyze records of present and past operations, trends and costs, estimated and realized revenues, administrative commitments, and obligations incurred to project future revenues and expenses.* Perform analysis and inter-department communications around incentive accruals and inquiries.* Identify ways to develop and implement best practices to improve existing processes, accuracy of accrual and payment calculations and reduce errors and inquiries.* Coordinate cross-functionally with other departments on business objectives.* Perform account reconciliations.* Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities.* Prepare documentation to assist internal and external auditors.* Support management through ad-hoc reporting, analysis and special projects as assigned.* Some late nights and weekends may be required.* Perform other duties as assigned.**What You’ll Need (Qualifications)****:*** Bachelor's degree in Accounting from a four-year College or University (strongly preferred) or equivalent relevant experience. CPA license or candidate preferred.