Manufacturing Accountant II — Hybrid, SOX & Oracle

Avery Dennison Corporation; Mentor (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 89,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits starting on

Paid parental leave

401K eligibility

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid vacation and paid holidays

Job summary

Avery Dennison Corporation in Mentor, OH is seeking an Accountant to join our dynamic accounting team. You will support the Materials Group across multiple systems, including Oracle R12.

You will be responsible for booking journal entries and completing account reconciliations, as well as complying with SOX requirements by providing needed information and overseeing several SOX controls. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 3–5 years of accounting experience with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; an Accounting degree is strongly preferred.
• 3–5 years of professional accounting experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Oracle Experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of US GAAP.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, specifically with macros, pivot tables, and V‑Lookup preferred.
• Oracle and/or Hyperion experience a plus.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Demonstrated multitasking and prioritization in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end closing activities, including the preparation of journal entries and review of balance sheets and cut‑off procedures.
• Perform accurate and timely balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Standardize General Accounting processes, identify best practices, and implement process improvements.
• Complete cost rolls.
• Assist in the coordination and testing of SOX controls.
• Ensure internal control compliance by assisting in the coordination and testing of SOX controls.
• Work with divisions and corporate on various projects.
• Prepare tax reports, quarterly corporate schedules, and year‑end financial documentation.
• Promote a culture of accountability and collaboration while maintaining the highest standards of business ethics.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Multitasking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle R12

Hyperion

Excel (Macros/Pivot/VLOOKUP)

Job description

Avery Dennison Corporation in Mentor, OH is seeking an Accountant to join our dynamic accounting team. You will support the Materials Group across multiple systems, including Oracle R12.

You will be responsible for booking journal entries and completing account reconciliations, as well as complying with SOX requirements by providing needed information and overseeing several SOX controls. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 3–5 years of accounting experience with