Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Senior Manager Accounting
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Senior Manager Accounting
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About this position
At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.
Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.
What you´ll do
- Lead the close process: Oversee and ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for North America Legal Entities, ensuring full compliance with IFRS and Henkel Accounting Guidelines.
- Be the audit liaison: Manage external audit activities and foster strong auditor relationships to ensure efficient quarterly and annual reviews
- Guide shared services: Provide oversight and direction to the General Accounting team within the Shared Service Center to maintain quality and consistency.
- Strengthen collaboration: Act as one of the key contacts between General Accounting and Finance stakeholders (i.e., Controlling, Order-To-Cash, Tax, and Treasury) to align on reporting and closing activities.
- Drive process improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to optimize processes, strengthen controls, and enhance financial efficiency.
- Ensure governance and compliance: Maintain robust internal controls and ensure adherence to financial regulations and corporate policies.
- Partner across the business: Provide guidance and insights on accounting and reporting requirements to help drive better business decisions.
- Lead special projects: Support initiatives such as mergers, acquisitions, and system migrations, ensuring seamless integration from a finance perspective.
- Foster a culture of collaboration and accountability: Promote best practices, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement across the finance organization.
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required); CPA and Big 4 experience (strongly preferred)
- A minimum of 7 years of accounting experience
- Strong technical accounting knowledge of US GAAP or IFRS (e.g., revenue, leasing, pensions, M&A)
- Experience in technical accounting research and analysis
- Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to explain complex issues to finance and non-finance stakeholders
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams across domestic and international locations
- Advanced Excel; SAP experience a plus
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently
- Leadership skills to guide teams and influence stakeholders
- Interest in global career growth; ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
Some benefits of joining Henkel
- Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program
- Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
- Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
- Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement
The salary for this role is $120,000.00 - $130,000.00. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
JOB ID: 25086947
Job Locations: United States, CT, Rocky Hill, CT
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.