Manager, Technical Accounting

Sherwin-Williams; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Job summary

Sherwin-Williams is seeking a Manager, Technical Accounting to support the External Reporting team at our Global Headquarters in Cleveland, OH. The role focuses on applying US GAAP, interpreting guidance, and coordinating with internal teams and external firms to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The position requires strong technical accounting expertise, CPA credentials, and 5+ years of relevant experience, with a bonus program and no remote/hybrid work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
• CPA credential is required or preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in accounting, auditing and/or financial analysis.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assist with evaluation and research of accounting matters related to US GAAP and guidance.
• Lead consultations with external accounting firms on technical accounting matters.
• Prepare accounting memos and documentation for external and internal audits.
• Communicate technical accounting conclusions to internal stakeholders.
• Support annual and quarterly external financial communications and government reporting.

Skills

Technical accounting

US GAAP

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA

Tools

Workiva

Oracle financial systems

OneStream

Job description

Job Description

The External Reporting team, which includes the technical accounting function, is responsible for providing clear, complete, accurate and consistent financial information to meet the requirements of both internal and external stakeholders. The Manager, Technical Accounting position will support this mission by leveraging a strong technical accounting background and ability to collaborate with various teams across the broader organization. The Manager, Technical Accounting will be responsible for assisting with understanding transactions and how they apply to the accounting standards under US GAAP and interpretive guidance, including communicating findings with management, applying new accounting pronouncements to the Company and assisting in other external reporting related responsibilities. These responsibilities play an important role in ensuring complete, accurate and timely accounting records and external financial reporting.

This position is not hybrid/remote and will be located at our Global Headquarters in Cleveland, OH.

Because this role involves access to confidential financial information, the Company has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and to provide similar protections for its clients and potential investments.

This position is also eligible for bonus based on performance and subject to the terms of the Company's applicable plans.

Responsibilities

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Assist with the evaluation and research of accounting matters and how they relate to US GAAP and interpretative guidance
• Assist with the evaluation and research of global matters governed under local GAAP (for example, IFRS) as well as US GAAP to other GAAP differences
• Lead consultations with external third-party accounting firms on technical accounting matters as needed
• Assist with determining accounting conclusions for unique transactions by researching applicable accounting guidance, communicating findings with management and preparing documentation
• Prepare accounting memos using clear and concise writing to satisfy external and internal audit as well as senior finance leadership
• Communicate technical accounting conclusions in an easy-to-understand manner to internal stakeholders that may have non-accounting or non-finance backgrounds
• Review new accounting pronouncements as they are issued; assess, document and communicate impact to the Company
• Manage the implementation process associated with the adoption of new accounting standards, including managing the adoption of the DISE standard
• Assist with evaluation of transactions involving significant estimates
• Act as liaison with external audit for these matters

Work with the Accounting Center of Excellence (CoE) to assist with the ongoing accounting related to specific accounting standards (ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 326, etc.), including but not limited to:

• Help develop policies and procedures to ensure compliance with US GAAP accounting requirements
• Lead weekly meetings with the CoE on current open technical accounting matters
• Assist the CoE with research and technical matters as they arise
• Lead the tracking and quantification of alternative accounting measures taken for practicality for leadership
• Assist with quarterly control certifications as necessary
• Assist with ad-hoc requests as they come through

Support the External Reporting department with preparation of the Company’s annual and quarterly external financial communications (including the press release and Form 10-Q / 10-K / Annual Proxy filings) including, but not limited to:

• Support the legal and SEC reporting teams as a business partner in the management of the preparation of the annual proxy statement including preparation of the document in Workiva and review of supporting records
• Assist with drafting of new disclosures in response to new accounting standard updates that are issued
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, footnotes and other disclosures as needed in Workiva and review of tie-out out to supporting records

Manage the process for government reporting including, but not limited to:

• Work with various stakeholders to obtain necessary financial information needed to prepare and review reports required by the US and Canadian governments
• Ensure government report filings meet all necessary requirements
• Resolve any matters that may arise during the submission processes

Contribute to team success

• Provide continuous coaching and mentoring to team members, including giving timely, constructive feedback and participating in formal appraisal process
• Help organize and lead the weekly technical accounting meeting
• Participate in projects and non-routine transactions, as needed, including having a sense of urgency around the need for timely technical accounting support

Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• 5+ years of experience in accounting, auditing and/or financial analysis.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future for employment visa status
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age

Preferred:

• Big 4 public accounting experience
• Technical accounting experience
• Familiar with Oracle financial systems, OneStream and/or Workiva
• Experience with Oracle financial systems and/or OneStream
• Experience with Workiva

Travel: 10%

About Us

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life ... with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being

Career ... with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution

Connection ... with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities

It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/ . Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.

Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.