Accountant

Company Description

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible™ products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, radio frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and offerings that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2024 were $8.8 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:

• Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment

• Paid parental leave

• 401K eligibility

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate

• Paid vacation and Paid holidays

Job Description

We have an immediate need for an Accountant to join our dynamic accounting team. You will support the Solutions Group business in multiple systems, including Oracle R12. You will be responsible for booking journal entries and completing account reconciliations, as well as complying with SOX requirements by providing needed information and overseeing several SOX controls. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, at least 1-2 years of accounting experience with manufacturing accounting in their background; strong skills in Microsoft Excel; the ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy and composure; strict attention to detail; and excellent verbal and written communication techniques.

Primary Responsibilities

Position will perform general accounting duties including, but not limited to, the following:

• Month Close: prepare various journal entries, review month-end balance sheets, review cut-off procedures, analyze operating expenses, monitor and clear suspense accounts, run and reconcile Hyperion reports, prepare Quarterly Corporate schedules.

• Perform accurate and timely balance sheet account reconciliations as assigned. 

• Standardize General Accounting processes, identify best practices, and implement process improvements.

• Prepare monthly payroll entries including accrual, 401K match and benefit allocations

• Prepare Prepaid expense amortization schedules including corresponding monthly journal entries

• Assist in the coordination of SOX activities for assigned Division(s)/site(s).

• Monitor accounts handled by outside Shared Service Center including Cash, Fixed assets, Leases and Intercompany

• Work with divisions and Corporate on various special projects.

• Prepare tax reports and year-end schedules.

• Culture Alignment: drive evolution of Accountability, Teamwork, and Trust across the organization and proactively link responsibilities to key OGSM strategies. Strong demonstration of business ethics and integrity compliance.

• Personal Development: utilize Avery Dennison Performance Management System and tools to improve professional and personal development.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.

• At least 6 months accounting/finance internship or full-time exp, 1+ years experience preferred

• Manufacturing company exp preferred, but not required.

• Oracle or comparable ERP experience preferred

• Knowledge of US GAAP

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets, specifically on the job experience with Macros, Pivot Tables, V-Lookups and SumIfs preferred.

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy and composure

• A willingness to learn.

Working Arrangement: Hybrid - Office & Remote, 3 days/week in office

Additional Information

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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