Johnson Controls, Inc.
External Reporting Lead Analyst
Johnson Controls, Inc., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, 53244
Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team
As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!
What we offer:
Competitive salary
Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care
On the job/cross training opportunities
Encouraging and collaborative team environment
Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
Are you interested in making an impact? Our team is full of collaborators, multi-taskers, and agile accounting professionals. We believe in partnership, in driving accountability, and in working to help our teammates and the business achieve their goals. We are looking for people to join us that love what they do and have the desire to grow their career. We will give you the opportunity to work on projects inside and outside of your department that will sharpen your skills. For us, it is about finding people that fit both the job and the culture. If you are looking for a company that will provide you with challenges while offering you opportunities – apply today! What you will do: Prepare GAAP and SEC-compliant financial reports and disclosures for external audiences, including shareholders, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and investment analysts. Lead the annual audits for the Company's employee benefit plans. How you will do it: Assist with the preparation of the 10-K, 10-Q, earnings release, and other financials.
Coordinate with various global Business Unit personnel and corporate departments to ensure receipt of timely and accurate financial and non-financial information which is used in the preparation of the Company’s financial statements.
Lead the Company’s annual employee benefit plan audits, including all defined contribution, defined benefit, health and welfare, and master trust plans. Responsibilities include communicating with HR and external auditors, preparing or reviewing annual financial statements and related footnotes, and accumulating benefit plan data, including actuarial reports, trustee statements, and third-party confirmations.
Prepare special reports and analyses, and assist with special projects as needed.
Provide internal and external auditors with information required to perform annual audits and quarterly reviews.
Assist with monthly accounting procedures which may be related to derivatives, pensions, and/or equity.
Partner with various departments, including JCI Business Unit Accounting teams around the world, HR and Benefits, Corporate Treasury, Investor Relations, FP&A, and Corporate Consolidations.
Mentor junior team members including interns and/or employees that are part of JCI’s rotational program.
Ensure proper documentation of and compliance with the Company’s internal control procedures.
What we look for: Bachelor's degree in accounting; CPA certification desired, but not required.
Minimum three+ years of relevant experience, preferably with a public accounting firm and/or experience with large, global publicly traded companies.
Proven understanding of US GAAP and SEC reporting, preferably including the accounting and reporting of employee benefit plans.
Detail-oriented and dedicated to understanding the importance of reporting accurate figures.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to build professional relationships with individuals at all levels across the organization.
Ability to solve problems and see opportunities for operational improvement and a drive to achieve both short and long-term results.
A strong desire to learn and grow personally and professionally.
Computer proficiency, including familiarity with a variety of software applications.
This will be a hybrid role based in the Glendale, WI office. #LI-Hybrid
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Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care
On the job/cross training opportunities
Encouraging and collaborative team environment
Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
Are you interested in making an impact? Our team is full of collaborators, multi-taskers, and agile accounting professionals. We believe in partnership, in driving accountability, and in working to help our teammates and the business achieve their goals. We are looking for people to join us that love what they do and have the desire to grow their career. We will give you the opportunity to work on projects inside and outside of your department that will sharpen your skills. For us, it is about finding people that fit both the job and the culture. If you are looking for a company that will provide you with challenges while offering you opportunities – apply today! What you will do: Prepare GAAP and SEC-compliant financial reports and disclosures for external audiences, including shareholders, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and investment analysts. Lead the annual audits for the Company's employee benefit plans. How you will do it: Assist with the preparation of the 10-K, 10-Q, earnings release, and other financials.
Coordinate with various global Business Unit personnel and corporate departments to ensure receipt of timely and accurate financial and non-financial information which is used in the preparation of the Company’s financial statements.
Lead the Company’s annual employee benefit plan audits, including all defined contribution, defined benefit, health and welfare, and master trust plans. Responsibilities include communicating with HR and external auditors, preparing or reviewing annual financial statements and related footnotes, and accumulating benefit plan data, including actuarial reports, trustee statements, and third-party confirmations.
Prepare special reports and analyses, and assist with special projects as needed.
Provide internal and external auditors with information required to perform annual audits and quarterly reviews.
Assist with monthly accounting procedures which may be related to derivatives, pensions, and/or equity.
Partner with various departments, including JCI Business Unit Accounting teams around the world, HR and Benefits, Corporate Treasury, Investor Relations, FP&A, and Corporate Consolidations.
Mentor junior team members including interns and/or employees that are part of JCI’s rotational program.
Ensure proper documentation of and compliance with the Company’s internal control procedures.
What we look for: Bachelor's degree in accounting; CPA certification desired, but not required.
Minimum three+ years of relevant experience, preferably with a public accounting firm and/or experience with large, global publicly traded companies.
Proven understanding of US GAAP and SEC reporting, preferably including the accounting and reporting of employee benefit plans.
Detail-oriented and dedicated to understanding the importance of reporting accurate figures.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to build professional relationships with individuals at all levels across the organization.
Ability to solve problems and see opportunities for operational improvement and a drive to achieve both short and long-term results.
A strong desire to learn and grow personally and professionally.
Computer proficiency, including familiarity with a variety of software applications.
This will be a hybrid role based in the Glendale, WI office. #LI-Hybrid
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