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Senior Cost Accountant
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Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world’s most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
Job Summary The Senior Cost Accountant, under the supervision of the Site Controller, will be responsible for all the site’s accounting and compliance deliverables including month‑end closing and reporting, managing the general ledger, performing internal control protocols, SOX compliance and supporting internal and external audit. This role will play a key role in providing business partnership to the site’s operations team and interfacing with the Corporate accounting team. This position will be 100% onsite at our Lubbock, Texas facility.
Responsibilities
Month-end closing cycle:
Prepare, analyze and record timely journal entries with supporting documents.
Perform reconciliation on key balance sheet accounts to assess validity and accuracy.
Review and analyze general ledger to ensure all financial transactions are in compliance with GAAP and Corporate accounting guidelines.
Prepare and submit supplemental schedules and reports in One Stream.
Support the site engineering team with capital projects portfolio from PAR (project approval request) through creation of fixed assets in the general ledger. Review and analyze the CIP (construction in progress) account on a monthly basis and close out capital projects in a timely manner.
Partner with the site Inventory and Materials Management team with the ongoing review and analysis of Excess and Obsolete inventory (E&O); make recommendations to optimize site’s inventory goals.
Manage the site’s quarterly and annual internal control and SOX compliance protocols for the site.
Maintain an effective internal control environment to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and compliance with laws and regulations. Support all internal and external audit requirements for the site.
Partner with the FP&A team with the development of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and quarterly forecasts.
Assist the regional Cost Accounting team with the development of standard costing for the site.
Participate in the site’s Kaizen initiative and identify and implement process improvement initiatives to drive productivity and efficiency.
Identify potential risks and opportunities and communicate to the management team to make timely decisions to optimize risks and opportunities.
Support the controller with special project assignments.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or financial/accounting with +5 years of business experience.
CPA, CMA or MBA is preferred.
Must have a working knowledge of United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and Sarbanes‑Oxley requirements.
Experience in a publicly traded multi‑site environment.
Excellent communication (written and oral) and personal interaction skills required.
Highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized. Articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to think creatively, highly driven and self‑motivated.
Preferred Qualifications
Computer skills – ERP System, Hyperion or OneStream, Oracle; advanced Excel skills.
Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
The estimated salary range for this position is $100,000 to $120,000 plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re‑use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well‑being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG).
Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and affirmative action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology!
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Senior Cost Accountant
role at
Xylem .
1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world’s most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
Job Summary The Senior Cost Accountant, under the supervision of the Site Controller, will be responsible for all the site’s accounting and compliance deliverables including month‑end closing and reporting, managing the general ledger, performing internal control protocols, SOX compliance and supporting internal and external audit. This role will play a key role in providing business partnership to the site’s operations team and interfacing with the Corporate accounting team. This position will be 100% onsite at our Lubbock, Texas facility.
Responsibilities
Month-end closing cycle:
Prepare, analyze and record timely journal entries with supporting documents.
Perform reconciliation on key balance sheet accounts to assess validity and accuracy.
Review and analyze general ledger to ensure all financial transactions are in compliance with GAAP and Corporate accounting guidelines.
Prepare and submit supplemental schedules and reports in One Stream.
Support the site engineering team with capital projects portfolio from PAR (project approval request) through creation of fixed assets in the general ledger. Review and analyze the CIP (construction in progress) account on a monthly basis and close out capital projects in a timely manner.
Partner with the site Inventory and Materials Management team with the ongoing review and analysis of Excess and Obsolete inventory (E&O); make recommendations to optimize site’s inventory goals.
Manage the site’s quarterly and annual internal control and SOX compliance protocols for the site.
Maintain an effective internal control environment to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and compliance with laws and regulations. Support all internal and external audit requirements for the site.
Partner with the FP&A team with the development of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and quarterly forecasts.
Assist the regional Cost Accounting team with the development of standard costing for the site.
Participate in the site’s Kaizen initiative and identify and implement process improvement initiatives to drive productivity and efficiency.
Identify potential risks and opportunities and communicate to the management team to make timely decisions to optimize risks and opportunities.
Support the controller with special project assignments.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or financial/accounting with +5 years of business experience.
CPA, CMA or MBA is preferred.
Must have a working knowledge of United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and Sarbanes‑Oxley requirements.
Experience in a publicly traded multi‑site environment.
Excellent communication (written and oral) and personal interaction skills required.
Highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized. Articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to think creatively, highly driven and self‑motivated.
Preferred Qualifications
Computer skills – ERP System, Hyperion or OneStream, Oracle; advanced Excel skills.
Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
The estimated salary range for this position is $100,000 to $120,000 plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re‑use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well‑being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG).
Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and affirmative action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology!
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