Staff Accountant, Business Acceleration

Brunswick Corporation; Mettawa (IL); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Wellbeing program

Product purchase discounts

Job summary

Brunswick Corporation is seeking a Staff Accountant for the Hybrid Corporate HQ in Mettawa, IL. You will support month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting for Business Acceleration entities, working closely with the Senior Accounting Manager and Shared Services teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting or related field and 3–5 years of relevant experience, with strong Excel skills and GAAP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years accounting/finance experience.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Effective communication and collaboration across levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes by preparing journal entries and month-end reports.
• Perform cash activity, bank, balance sheet, inter-company, and revenue/payables reconciliations.
• Process vendor invoices and coordinate with Corporate Accounts Payable for timely payment.
• Prepare and file tax/compliance reporting (sales/use tax, 1099, etc.).
• Provide financial statements, ad hoc reporting, variance analysis, and audit support.
• Maintain Oracle Fixed Asset system and run depreciation/monthly reports.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Oracle

QuickBooks

Job description

Are you ready for what’s next?

Location: Brunswick Corporate Headquarters - Mettawa, IL

Workplace Category: Hybrid

Travel Required: 0%

Direct Reports: No

Reporting to: Senior Accounting Manager, Boateka and Shared Services

Pay Range: $66,500-$95,750

Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Relocation: No

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Position Overview

As part of the talented accounting team, the Staff Accountant is an integral part of Brunswick’s Business Acceleration Finance & Accounting team and will be responsible for maintaining proper accounting processes and controls for specific Business Acceleration entities. This position will work closely with the Senior Accounting Manager and accounting team to ensure that the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting processes are completed in a timely manner per GAAP requirements. The Staff Accountant will have key responsibilities for month-end close and account reconciliations of our Financial Services

Essential Functions

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes by preparing journal entries, running month-end reports, uploading entries into Oracle, and ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in the appropriate ledger
• Perform weekly and monthly cash activity reconciliations, bank reconciliations, balance sheet account reconciliations, inter-company reconciliations and reviews of revenue, receivables, payables, joint venture equity investments, and recognized revenue
• Process vendor invoices for Shared Services in Oracle and coordinate with Corporate Accounts Payable to ensure timely payment and resolve outstanding payment inquiries
• Prepare and file required tax and compliance reporting, including sales and use tax, 1099 reporting, and other local, state, or federal reporting requirements as applicable
• Provide financial statements, ad hoc reporting, variance and trend analysis, business performance insights, SG&A analysis, audit support, and earnings support as requested
• Maintain Oracle Fixed Asset system by inputting asset additions and retirements for all business acceleration entities, running depreciation and monthly fixed asset reports, performing monthly reconciliations
• Support special accounting projects, process improvements, automation, and redesign initiatives aligned with accounting and finance priorities
• Demonstrate flexibility to take on additional responsibilities and partner cross-functionally to resolve issues, improve accuracy, and support timely financial reporting

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of accounting, finance, bookkeeping, or business operations experience.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, account reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close processes, and basic tax reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with advanced skills in Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organizational skills, and time management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across all levels of the organization and provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a multi-entity or multi-location business environment.
• Experience with QuickBooks and/or Oracle.
• Demonstrated experience supporting process improvements, automation initiatives, and operational efficiencies.
• Proven ability to identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve financial operations.

Working Conditions

• This position is hybrid (3 days per week at the Corp headquarters).
• This position is full time

The anticipated pay range for this position is $66,500.00 - $95,750.00. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.

This position is eligible to participate in valued Brunswick benefit offerings including 401k (up to 4% match), wellbeing program, and product purchase discounts.

Company Culture

Next is Now! We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

Why Brunswick

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Brunswick Corporation

Brunswick Corporation is a leader in the marine industry, and we’re looking for people just like you to take part in the movement towards better boating for all. We rely on the thoughtful input of people from all backgrounds to create compelling, innovative products for our customers around the globe. As such, diversity, equity, and inclusion are priorities in the enduring culture of our company. As a world leader in emerging recreational products and technologies, when you join our team, you become part of some of the most innovative, forward-looking brands in the marine industry today.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail] for support.

Brunswick Corporation participates in E-Verify as part of our commitment to a lawful and transparent hiring process.

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Brunswick does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors. For help, please contact our support team at: [e-mail] or 866-278-6942.

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