Senior Financial Analyst – External Reporting

Brady Corporation; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Education reimbursement opportunities

Scholarship program for children of/br

Job summary

Brady Corporation, a global industrial technology leader headquartered in Milwaukee, is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst – External Reporting. You will support SEC filings, GAAP compliance, and the consolidation close, partnering with global finance teams to ensure accurate disclosures.

The role requires 3+ years in public accounting or corporate reporting, a CPA preferred, and strong attention to detail. Join Brady to contribute to quarterly and annual filings and strategic financial results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of progressive experience within public accounting or corporate financial accounting and reporting.
• Impeccable attention to detail and solid knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, drafting, and filing of Forms 8-K, 10-Q, 10-K and other filings with the SEC.
• Support preparation of footnotes and disclosures for quarterly earnings releases and annual reports, including XBRL tagging.
• Coordinate draft reviews with legal, senior leadership, and external auditors.
• Support monthly and quarterly close, consolidation, and cash flow statements.
• Manage lease and equity accounting and reconciliation for total company equity-based compensation.
• Assist with M&A integration from a financial reporting perspective.
• Monitor GAAP standards and SEC guidance to ensure compliant disclosures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA license preferred

Tools

XBRL tagging

Job description

What We Need

Brady Corporation is seeking an analytical, detail-oriented, and collaborative

What We Need

Brady Corporation is seeking an analytical, detail-oriented, and collaborative Senior Financial Analyst – External Reporting. In this key global role based at our Milwaukee headquarters, you will support the preparation, analysis, and execution of SEC filings in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements. Reporting directly to the Manager, SEC Reporting, you will work closely with the global finance and accounting organization to ensure proper accounting and reporting of the total company consolidated financial statements. driving both technical excellence and compliance across our international business units.

What You'll Be Doing

SEC & External Financial Reporting

• SEC Filings: Assist in the preparation, drafting, and filing of Forms 8-K, 10-Q, 10-K, and other critical filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
• Footnotes & Disclosures: Support the preparation of financial statements and related footnotes/disclosures for the quarterly earnings release, 10-Q, and 10-K, including managing the XBRL tagging process.
• Filing Coordination: Coordinate the distribution and review of the 10-Q and 10-K drafts with internal stakeholders, including legal, senior leadership, and external auditors.

Accounting, Compliance & Operations

• Month-End Close: Support the monthly and quarterly financial statement consolidation and close process, focusing on preparation of the consolidated statement of cash flows.
• Lease & Equity Accounting: Maintain and ensure proper accounting for leases globally and lead the accounting and reconciliation for total company equity-based compensation and other comprehensive income.
• Account Reconciliations: Prepare or review global account reconciliations on a monthly or quarterly basis to ensure balance sheet integrity.
• M&A Integration: Assist with the financial and operational integration of recent acquisitions.

Technical Research & Reporting

• GAAP & SEC Monitoring: Monitor emerging U.S. GAAP standards and SEC guidance to ensure internal procedures and financial disclosures remain fully compliant.
• Technical Support: Act as a technical accounting resource for global finance teams, supporting GAAP inquiries, performing policy research, and documenting conclusions.

What You Will Need To Be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of progressive experience within public accounting (Big 4 or regional mid-tier) or a corporate financial accounting and reporting role.
• Exceptional foundational knowledge of the U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and corporate close procedures with an impeccable attention to detail.
• A self-starter mindset with a proven ability to work independently, manage tight reporting deadlines, and drive issues to logical completion.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and written skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting treatments to cross-functional partners globally.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license (or actively working toward licensure), preferred

About Us

Brady Corporation is a global industrial technology leader dedicated to making workplaces safer, more productive, and more connected. Backed by a 110+ year legacy of reliability and innovation, we have entered an exciting era of transformation and growth, powered by more than 10,000 team members serving customers across 40+ countries. Following our acquisition of Honeywell's Productivity Solutions and Services business in August 2026, Brady brings together trusted leadership in safety, materials science, and identification with advanced mobile computing, scanning, and automation.

Who we are:

We Help Organizations Make Work Safer, More Productive, And More Connected By Transforming Everyday Critical Information Into Actionable Intelligence. Our End-to-end Platform Unites Two Powerful Pillars

• Identification Solutions: High-performance labels, safety signs, engineered materials, and rugged industrial printing systems.
• Intelligent Productivity Solutions: Industry-leading mobile computers, barcode/RFID scanners, specialized software, voice automation, and workflow services.

From aerospace, healthcare, and laboratories to manufacturing plants, retail, data centers, and global transportation and logistics hubs, we empower customers to identify, protect, track, and optimize the people, assets, and processes that keep the world running.

Why Work At Brady

A career at Brady means working for a global company that has thrived for over 100 years, and whose innovative spirit drives our future growth.

Brady offers competitive pay and great benefits, supported by a culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. We strive to foster an inclusive workplace where diverse talent can learn, grow, and succeed. And with deeply rooted values, no matter where you work at Brady, you'll feel connected to the community through our charitable contributions and opportunities to give back.

Our headquarters are in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but we have more than 70 locations globally, giving our employees the opportunity to work with colleagues around the world.

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance coverage starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, and vision
• Generous 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunity to participate in incentive programs for all full-time employees
• Family planning benefits including paid parental leave, fertility coverage, adoption and surrogacy assistance
• Education reimbursement opportunities
• Scholarship program for children of Brady employees
• A variety of Employee Resource Groups to provide you with unique networking, development, and volunteer opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program and related wellness programs (mental and behavioral health, family counseling, financial management)
• Dress-for-your-day dress code
• Charitable contributions matched through Brady's Matching Gift program