Manager, External Reporting & Technical Accounting (Hybrid)
Scotts Miracle-Gro

Job Info

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Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Every Associate plays an important role in providing innovative solutions for today's gardeners and growers and contributing new ideas to improve operations. In our company you need grit, it is what we were founded on over 150 years ago and is what keeps us growing. Regardless of your level in the organization there is a platform for your voice to be heard and the ability to influence change. Family, community and hard working values are weaved into all that we do. Come grow with us, where we develop and nurture the next generation of leaders.

We are looking for a Manager, External Reporting & Technical Accounting who will join our team.

This hybrid position will be based at The Scotts Miracle-Gro world headquarters in Marysville, a suburb of Columbus, OH. Not familiar with Columbus? Visit columbusregion.com/columbus-2020/

This position plays a critical oversight role in key finance processes including preparation and review of financial information to be released outside of the organization, accounting and reporting for non-routine and corporate functions, as well as impactful budgeting, forecasting, business analysis and M&A activities. This position is involved in various cross-functional activities and has significant exposure to business unit and corporate leadership.

What you'll do in this role:

• Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements and disclosures ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements
  
• Review consolidated financial statements and provide guidance to the team in all aspects of accounting
  
• Oversee the accounting and forecasting for certain non-routine and corporate functions such as share-based compensation, pensions, legal, impairment, etc.
  
• Perform analysis of operational results, involving collaboration with various levels of business unit and corporate leadership
  
• Build and grow cross-functional relationships to collaboratively work together to resolve month end issues and solve process efficiencies
  
• Evaluate and continually improve accounting procedures, processes and systems to ensure standardized close process and efficient operations
  
• Develop team members into future finance leaders
  
• Participate in cross-functional M&A activities including financial diligence, accounting and reporting matters
  
• Ensure compliance with SOX controls by maintaining and improving systems, processes, and data
  

What you'll need to be successful:

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting and Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  
• 7+ years of public accounting experience or equivalent foundation in SEC filings and GAAP
  
• Intellectual curiosity, strong initiative and leadership
  
• Proven track record to thrive in a dynamic environment under tight timelines and changing priorities
  
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
  
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational management skills
  

What we do for you (just to list a few cool ones):

• Offer extremely competitive benefits including: Health, Dental and Vision coverage
  
• Onsite wellness center which includes: 2,400 sq. ft. fitness center, Walgreens pharmacy and Doctor's office
  
• Beautiful campus and corporate offices designed like a log cabin offering chef run cafe and the best crushed ice!
  
• First day of hire, 401K match (up to 7.5%) and discounted stock purchasing program (15% discount)
  
• Our commitment to diversity and inclusion includes employee resource groups: Scotts Women's Network, Scotts Black Employee Network, Scotts Veterans Network and GroPride Network, Scotts Young Professionals
  
• 13 SMG paid holiday days and generous vacation policy
  

Our commitment to LiveTotal Health puts the wellness and safety of our associates and their families as the top priority. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring associate safety has been a primary focus for all of us at Scotts. With the continuing pandemic, we remain committed to doing everything we can to keep our associates healthy and safe. As such, we are requiring certain associates to get a COVID vaccine*. This safety measure will help protect our associates, our families and our communities. We recognize a medical or personal circumstance may prevent you from meeting this requirement and we have a process to address those concerns.

Not interested in this role? Stay up to date on future opportunities by joining our ScottsMiracle-Gro and Hawthorne Gardening talent networks.

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.

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Notification to Agencies:

Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.

*Except where prohibited by state or local law

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