Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting Lead

John Deere; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 109,548 - 164,316; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Highly competitive base pay

Savings & Retirement benefits (401K)

Health benefits with HSA contribution

Adoption assistance

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition assistance

Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms

Charitable contribution match

Employee Purchase Plan & discounts

Vacation and Holiday Pay

Job summary

John Deere is seeking a Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting Lead in Johnston, IA, to own the technical accounting, consolidations, and SEC reporting. You’ll collaborate with Finance, Tax, Treasury, Legal and external audit to deliver accurate, transparent, and compliant financial statements.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years of accounting or audit experience, strong US GAAP expertise, CPA licensure, and excellent written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of accounting or audit experience.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge and ability to research complex topics.
• Experience preparing US GAAP audited financial statements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• CPA license (active or inactive).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical lead for financial reporting, consolidations, and SEC reporting, ensuring accurate, transparent and compliant financial reporting
• Drive accounting policy governance and technical accounting initiatives, including policy development, technical research, accounting position papers, and technical training
• Partner with leaders across Finance, Tax, Treasury, Legal, and external audit to navigate strategic accounting and reporting issues, advise on accounting for complex transactions and new business activities, and address emerging U.S. GAAP requirements
• Advance transformation across accounting policy, reporting, and consolidation processes through automation, process improvement, and technical expertise

Skills

7+ years accounting/audit

US GAAP

CPA license

Communication skills

Financial reporting

SEC reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.

Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Johnston

Function: Accounting and Finance (CA)

Title: Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting Lead - 122604

Onsite/Remote: Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical lead for financial reporting, consolidations, and SEC reporting, ensuring accurate, transparent and compliant financial reporting
• Drive accounting policy governance and technical accounting initiatives, including policy development, technical research, accounting position papers, and technical training
• Partner with leaders across Finance, Tax, Treasury, Legal, and external audit to navigate strategic accounting and reporting issues, advise on accounting for complex transactions and new business activities, and address emerging U.S. GAAP requirements
• Advance transformation across accounting policy, reporting, and consolidation processes through automation, process improvement, and technical expertise

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

• 7 or more years of accounting or audit experience
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and experience researching complex accounting topics
• Experience preparing or reviewing US GAAP audited financial statements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills
• Certified Public Accountant (active or inactive) license

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience at a global public accounting firm and/or public company
• Financial services experience

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent related

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Highly competitive base pay
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition assistance
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
• Vacation and Holiday Pay

$109,548.00 - $164,316.00 + Benefits

Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

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