Finance Manager

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller's (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2024 revenue of $3.6 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,500 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com. The Finance Manager plays a key role in technical accounting, financial reporting, and process improvement. This position supports global finance teams and partners cross-functionally to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and corporate accounting policies. Primary Responsibilities Assist with the accounting research process, including staying current on changes to accounting pronouncements and guidance under U.S. GAAP, interpreting new requirements, and preparing position papers on complex accounting issues Prepare the annual goodwill impairment test Align with internal partners such as sales, procurement, operations, and regional/corporate finance to identify, research, and conclude on technical accounting issues Identify, drive, and be accountable for areas of improvement within current accounting processes Assist with providing training to global finance staff on the implementation of accounting policies published by corporate finance Lead business and accounting-related projects focused on improving the effectiveness and efficiency of business and accounting processes and related management controls Lead and assist in opening balance sheet procedures related to acquired businesses Lead accounting processes related to share-based compensation plans, including coordination with HR and tax, reviewing month-end journal entries, and preparing related disclosures Administer the global lease accounting software, liaising with global record-to-report teams to ensure completeness and accuracy of lease information; review lease accounting for acquired businesses and key controls Prepare and review other month-end or quarter-end close activities related to joint venture accounting, legal fees, environmental matters, asset retirement obligations, etc. Prepare the quarterly accounting disclosure checklist in connection with SEC filings Prepare the quarterly ROIC calculation for purposes of measuring and recording expense for the long-term incentive program Assist in preparing footnotes and sections of MD&A for quarterly and annual SEC filings and reviewing SEC filings for internal consistency Assist with other finance and accounting projects as deemed necessary Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field At least 6 years of relevant work experience Alternatively, Master's degree with 4 years of relevant experience Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting Experience with technical accounting and SEC reporting Preferred Requirements Master's degree in Accounting or Finance CPA or CMA certification Experience with global lease accounting systems Strong analytical and project management skills Ability to communicate complex accounting concepts clearly #LI-MM1 Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location. The salary for this role is $105,000 - $136,000.

In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary. H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification. H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.