Accountant

Company Description

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading innovation company focused on creating smarter, safer and more beautiful homes and improving lives. Our driving purpose is that we elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too.

When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high-performing team who are empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone is encouraged and empowered to be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength.

Work Environment & Location

• Hybrid Work Model – In-office collaboration Tuesday – Thursday
• Location: Deerfield, Illinois

Senior Accountant (Mid-Level, 5-7 years’ experience)

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts in accordance with GAAP.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including balance sheet and income statement preparation.
• Reconcile various balance sheet accounts and report on variance fluctuations.
• Think Fast by continually evaluating processes and looking for opportunities to improve, simplify and/or automate.
• Work it Together by supporting ad hoc requests from various levels of the organization.
• Make the Hard Call by analyzing accounting issues and implementing proper accounting methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Accounting experience working for a public accounting firm and/or a publicly traded company, preferably within the manufacturing industry
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and other accounting standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP) and data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, SQL)
• Collaborative approach to communication and problem-solving
• CPA
• Ability to foster trust and build strong interpersonal connections with leadership teams
• Passion for mentorship and sharing knowledge with colleagues

Additional Information:

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $80,000 USD - $107,800 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plan s, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands Innovation (FBIN) is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within our operating segments: water, outdoors and security. We have an impressive track record of strong financial results, market outperformance and growth, which translates into career and professional growth opportunities for associates.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. To support our efforts, we invite you to voluntarily share your gender, ethnicity, and veteran status. This information is confidential and helps us ensure an inclusive hiring process and improve our diversity initiatives.

Reasonable Accommodations

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at fbinleave.fbhs@fbin.com and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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