The Sherwin-Williams Company Hiring for Regional Financial Analyst at Cleveland, Ohio Full Time

This position is accountable for monthly account analysis and report preparation for management’s use in directing the Division’s business. This role is also accountable for assisting with general ledger overview of the division results.
The incumbent shall assist the Regional Controller in a broad range of financial duties, including evaluating monthly financial results to plan, forecast, flash, and prior year, assisting in preparation of forecasts and budgets, development of various high-level financial reports, and other ad-hoc requests.
The incumbent coordinates both the Annual Operating plan and the Regional Month End Close Meetings. The Financial Analyst also acts as a liaison between Corporate and/or Division accounting and site accounting staff.
The position is also accountable for assisting the Regional Staff in various objectives including the development or improvement of reports, continuous improvement, or other strategic initiatives.
Performs monthly analysis and account reconciliations of Logistics financial statements and ledgers to ensure accuracy of reported financial information (prepaid accounts, accrual accounts, interdivision accounts, suspense accounts, legal expense, etc)
Primary Finance & Accounting support for Canada Warehouse & 3pl Operations
Perform backup for the region’s site finance functions
Develop reports for improved accuracy and efficiency
Coordinate month-end close meetings, and assist various Regional Staff in continuous improvement initiatives
Challenge existing accounting procedures to achieve maximum productivity and enhance internal control
Provide accurate and timely information to Division management that is essential in making sound financial business decisions
Responsible for the timely and accurate reporting of operational and statistical data to management
Accountable for coordinating, assembling, and auditing month-end close data and Annual Operating Plan
Minimum Requirements
Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future
Must have at least one (1) year of work experience in finance or accounting, or have completed a Sherwin-Williams development program in Finance
Must have a bachelor’s degree or higher
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting
2 or more years of Accounting experience
Accounting experience in a plant environment/manufacturing or distribution industry
Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Oracle and Business Objects
Experience preparing an annual budget
Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity, Inclusion and Diversity Supportive Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.
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