United States Job Openings

Newell Brands

Manager, External Reporting and Technical Accounting

Norwalk

FULL TIME

September 22, 2024

Job ID: 960
Alternate Locations: United States-Connecticut-Norwalk

Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

The Connecticut base pay range for this position is from $116,275- $142,025. Salary will be based on prior experience related to the skills required for this position.

Job Overview:
The Manager, External Reporting & Technical Accounting will be responsible for supporting the Company's financial filing process with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). Direct reporting to the Director, Technical Accounting, this individual will be tasked to work with all stakeholders across the company on SEC reporting matters (indirect reporting to the Director of External Reporting) and technical accounting support.

Responsibilities:

Support the planning, coordination, and preparation of the Company's SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K Earnings Release Tables);
Keep up-to-date on emerging SEC guidelines and new and proposed U.S. GAAP accounting standards to determine the potential disclosure implications to the Company’s consolidated financial statements;
Prepare quarterly and annual disclosure checklists;
Support the External Reporting team to liaise with the Investor Relations, Treasury and Legal functions (i.e. support earnings documents, debt offerings, analyst presentation materials, BOD presentations, etc.);
Prepare quarterly management book provided to senior management;
Provide support to the Sustainability & Climate function with respect to the various ESG disclosure regimes (e.g. CSRD, California, SEC) including designing and implementing the appropriate level of internal controls
Provide support as needed surrounding specialized accounting areas including but not limited to impairment assessments of goodwill, indefinite-lived intangible assets and long-lived assets, pension accounting, share-based compensation, assessment of reportable segments and reporting units, lease accounting and diluted shares
Gain exposure to technical accounting consultations by providing support to the Director of Technical Accounting
Support the external auditors, including the preparation of PBCs (prepared by client schedules) and responding to inquiries;
Support and adhere to strong internal control policies and procedures, including identifying areas for improvement that support efficient and timely SEC filing; and
Collaborate with key stakeholders to support department initiatives.

Qualifications:

5+ years of relevant accounting experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Certified Public Accountant
Big Four public accounting experience with comprehensive hands-on working expertise of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting
Strong decision making and problem-solving skills with ability to prioritize
Highly motivated, self-starter with a commitment to quality and integrity
Thought leader and out-of-the-box thinker
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines required
Ability to network and collaborate cross-functionally
Prior experience with HFM, SAP and Workiva experience strongly preferred
Exhibit the highest ethical standards while demonstrating accountability and ownership

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, Food Saver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

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