Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting

Clorox Company; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health plans

401(k) match

Flexible time off

Fertility/adoption benefits

Job summary

Clorox is seeking a finance professional to support SEC filings, including Form 10-Q/10-K, footnote disclosures, and earnings communications. This role offers high visibility to corporate finance leaders and opportunities to drive process improvements across the company's SEC reporting activities.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional partners, coordinate deliverables, and assist in special projects while ensuring accurate, timely disclosures in compliance with U.S. GAAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and CPA preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting.
• Experience with SEC disclosures and cross-functional coordination.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly 10-Q and annual 10-K disclosures.
• Coordinate internal deliverables and close processes.
• Support audit activities and external communications.

Skills

US GAAP understanding

SEC reporting

footnote disclosures

communication skills

project management

team collaboration

planning & prioritization

process improvement

ERP systems (SAP / Workiva)

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA, licensed

Tools

Wdesk

ERP systems (SAP)

Excel

Job description

Clorox is the place that is committed to growth - for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities and teammates. Join our team. #CloroxIsThePlace

Your role at Clorox:

This role supports the preparation of the Company's financial filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This includes analysis of quarterly results for SEC filings and crafting communications for those filings, coordinating the SEC filing and deliverables processes, implementing required disclosure updates by assisting in cross-functional projects, and evaluation of strategic transactions for proper disclosure treatment. This position has a high level of visibility to functional accounting and corporate finance leaders, and is an opportunity to drive change in critical areas of the Finance department.

In this role, you will:

• Support the quarterly close process and assist with the preparation of the Company's quarterly Form 10-Q and annual Form 10-K with the SEC (i.e., preparation and tie out of footnote disclosures; coordinate internal deliverables listing and receipt), and support the Company's quarterly earnings release process.
• Develop relationships and work closely with business partners in the various Finance departments in order to provide accounting and business support, including research and recommendations on SEC Reporting issues as well as implementation of accounting changes.
• Prepare key quarterly deliverables including rounding sheet, balance sheet analytics and disclosure checklist.
• Attend quarterly 10-K and MD&A review meetings with business leaders in functional accounting and corporate finance departments.
• Support special project work as needed and other ad hoc tasks as assigned.
• Provide support to internal and external audit activities, including providing and coordinating deliverables.

What we look for:

• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting standards, accounting policies and financial statements, and research skills
• Strong attention to detail resulting in consistently reliable, accurate and thorough work product
• Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills, as well as business writing skills
• Strong project management skills, including ability to work effectively in teams and influence and lead cross-functional projects
• Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively with strong planning and task organizational skills
• Flexible, adaptable and proactive
• Proficient in PC applications, including Microsoft Office suite (primarily Word and Excel)
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements, as well as proactively creating opportunities for improvement
• Wdesk (SEC filing tool by Workiva), SAP or other ERP systems experience preferred
• Big 4 or public accounting experience preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and/or Finance
• Actively licensed CPA, preferred

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Workplace type:

Hybrid

Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That's why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive. Learn more.

[U.S.]Additional Information:

At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more.

We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area.

Zone A: $74,200 - $135,800

Zone B: $68,000 - $124,500

Zone C: $61,800 - $113,100

All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox's incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies.