Job Description

Here, we believe there’s not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there’s a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans. We’ll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you show us what you can do. You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show! 

At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at . Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.

Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.

This position is an integral part of the Latin America Region’s month-end closing, management reporting and analysis, and other general responsibilities. This position will manage multiple international ledgers and currencies for reporting purposes across LATAM countries (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Uruguay).

Because this role involves access to confidential financial information, the Company has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and to provide similar protections for its clients and potential investments.

The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for managing the month-end close responsibilities for the LATAM accounting team. The critical nature of this portion of the position requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a high degree of timeliness and accuracy.
  • Responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of LATAM month-end close. 
  • Responsible for reviewing results and collaborating with the local teams to ensure completeness.
  • Ensuring the completeness and accuracy of the data flow between source systems.
  • Ensuring all journal entries are booked.
  • Troubleshooting accounting issues experienced by our local teams.
  • Assist in ad hoc analysis.
• Responsible for Quarterly and Annual Procedures
  • Complete the Quarterly Analytics reports for LATAM for P&L and Balance Sheet
  • Responsible to the review of Visual Lease Reconciliation 
  • Provide support for audit requests (internal and external including statutory audits)
• Responsible for managing LATAM OneStream and Oracle Cloud dimensions.
  • Point person for the creation and update of system dimensions. 
  • Collaborate with DRM team to complete needed updates.
  • Collaborate with the mapping team to complete the accurate mapping between R12 and Oracle Cloud
  • Collaborate with BPI for any changes needed in CVR rules. 
• Responsible for the review of Balance Sheet reconciliations.
  • Responsible for working with the local team controllers for the review and timely completion of balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Ensure reconciling items are current, supported and cleared in a timely fashion.
  • Responsible for maintaining and being the point of contact for the RCM reconciliation module.
• Collaborate with the FP&A team during the annual operating plan process and monthly forecast.
• Involved in other ad hoc projects and initiative as defined by management and business needs.
  • Drive Continuous improvement mindset and initiatives among team members.
  • Supporting and ensuring compliance to policies and procedures.
  • Supporting system implementations and ensure local requirements are met/addressed.
• Responsible for managing others.
  • Oversee day-to day responsibilities.
  • Provide coaching and developmental feedback.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

FORMAL EDUCATION: 

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA/MBA or progress towards either is a plus.

Language

• Foreign language (Spanish and/or Portuguese) is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive accounting, finance, or audit experience
• Prior supervisory experience
• Knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent customer service orientation
• Proven assertive project leadership skills

Preferred:

• Previous experience with OneStream, Microstrategy and Oracle
• Legacy ERP experiences (particularly Oracle 11i and 12R)
• Statutory experience 

TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Required:

• US GAAP and/or IFRS 
• Microsoft Office

Preferred:

• Oracle Cloud
• Legacy ERP experiences
• Onestream

Travel: 10%

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