Staff Accountant, Fixed Assets

Edgewell Personal Care Italy S.R.L.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgewell Personal Care is seeking a Staff Accountant, Fixed Assets to support the North America Controllership team. You will handle fixed asset accounting, depreciation, CIP, and asset reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP.

This role requires collaboration with Operations Finance, Engineering, and IT. Hybrid role based in Shelton, CT or NYC, with month-end and year-end close responsibilities and opportunities to contribute to process improvements and audits, reflecting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university.
• 1-2 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Understanding of US GAAP, including depreciation and asset accounting.
• Experience preparing journal entries and reconciliations.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel with data analysis.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post fixed asset-related journal entries in compliance with company policies and US GAAP.
• Perform monthly fixed asset account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items on time.
• Support accounting for capital asset additions, disposals, transfers, retirements, depreciation, and other fixed asset activity.
• Assist with construction-in-progress (CIP) tracking and asset placement into service.
• Work with cross-functional teams to obtain support for capital projects and fixed asset transactions.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities related to fixed assets, depreciation, and capital spending.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Journal entries

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

BlackLine

Hyperion/HFM

Job description

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Edgewell is a global team of over 6,000 visionaries, doers and makers. Our secret is people, and we have an inspiring and collaborative global force of them. Our portfolio of over 25 brands touches lives in more than 50 countries by making useful things joyful. Together, we reimagine good mornings and endless summers, strive for more sustainable ways to beautify and bond, and do it all with not only confidence but determination.

This role is Hybrid out of either our Shelton, CT or NYC office

Position Summary:

The Staff Accountant, Fixed Assets will support the North America (NA) Controllership team by performing essential fixed asset accounting activities and helping ensure the accuracy and integrity of the company’s fixed asset records. This role supports accounting for capital asset additions, disposals, transfers, depreciation, construction-in-progress (CIP), fixed asset reconciliations, and related journal entries in accordance with company policies and US GAAP. The Staff Accountant will work closely with colleagues, Operations Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, Tax, Treasury, IT, and the Global Business Services (GBS) team to ensure fixed asset activity is recorded timely, properly supported, and aligned with internal controls. This position requires strong attention to detail, solid Excel skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with others.

Accountabilities

• Prepare and post fixed asset-related journal entries in compliance with company policies and US GAAP.
• Perform monthly fixed asset account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items on time.
• Support accounting for capital asset additions, disposals, transfers, retirements, depreciation, and other fixed asset activity.
• Assist with construction-in-progress (CIP) tracking, including reviewing project activity and supporting timely placement of assets into service.
• Work with Operations Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, and project owners to obtain support for capital projects and fixed asset transactions.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities related to fixed assets, depreciation, and capital spending.
• Maintain fixed asset master data and help ensure asset records are complete, accurate, and aligned across relevant systems.
• Support internal and external audit requests by providing timely and accurate documentation, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements for assigned fixed asset activities.
• Participate in ad hoc projects and process improvement efforts to enhance fixed asset accounting efficiency, documentation, and reporting accuracy.

Required Education, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of US GAAP, including basic fixed asset capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and related accounting principles.
• Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyze data and summarize findings clearly.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Good communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across Finance, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Tax, Treasury, IT, and Global Business Services.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage assigned priorities and meet close deadlines.

Desirable Education, Skills and Experience

• Experience with a U.S. publicly listed company is a plus.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA, BlackLine, Hyperion/HFM, or similar ERP and financial reporting systems is a plus.
• Experience with fixed asset subledger accounting, asset master data, CIP tracking, depreciation, and capital project accounting is a plus.
• Experience supporting SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit documentation.
• Prior consumer packaged goods or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to be organized, prioritize tasks, and follow through on assigned items.
• Desire to learn and continuously improve skills, staying updated with company policies and accounting best practices.
• Good team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, contribute to team goals, and support a positive work environment.

Working Relationships

Will work with cross-functional team members in Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, IT, Tax, Treasury, Internal Audit, and Global Business Services (GBS). Work with internal and external auditors and members of our third-party outsourced accounting team to support accurate fixed asset reporting and compliance.

Work Environment

• Ability to work outside of standard business hours during month-end close, quarter-end, year-end, audit cycles, and capital project deadlines as needed.
• Some travel to manufacturing plants, distribution centers, or other company locations may be required.

The salary range for this position is $60,000–$90,000. Compensation for this position varies based on a range of equal opportunity factors, including but not limited to role scope, level of experience, relevant skills, education and credentials, external and internal benchmarks for equivalent roles and experience, business sector, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are based on the specific facts and circumstances of each case. In addition to base salary, the total rewards package may also include, for eligible roles, bonus, and long-term Incentive. Edgewell offers competitive employee benefits, including medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Your Talent Acquisition Partner can provide additional details regarding total rewards offerings and the applicable salary range for the relevant location(s) during the hiring process.

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Edgewell is an equal opportunity employer. We do all we can to create a collaborative and diverse global team, where good ideas can thrive, and our colleagues can learn and lead. We prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We listen deeply and speak directly to create an environment that’s open to difference. We aim to bring joy to not only the products we create and the people we serve, but our colleagues across the globe too.