Xylem |zlm|
1) The tissue in plants that brings water upward from the roots;
2) a leading global water technology company.
Xylem, a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world's most challenging water issues, is the leading global provider of efficient, innovative and sustainable water technologies improving the way water is used, managed, conserved and re-used. Our international team is unified in a common purpose: creating advanced technology and other trusted solutions to solve the world's water challenges. We are committed to creating an organization of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels involved, respected, valued and connected, and where everyone is free to bring their authentic selves and ideas.
If you are excited and passionate about helping us #letssolvewater, we want to hear from you!
The Role: Xylem seeks to hire a senior technical accountant to join their accounting team. This position will be primarily responsible for providing technical analysis over complex transactions such as capitalized software, revenue contracts, and financial reporting for the Americas region. This role works directly with senior accounting leadership, Legal, Sales and Engineering to evaluate software development projects, executed contracts and prepare conclusions in memorandums.
Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities:
Have an in-depth knowledge of US GAAP, primarily: ASC 340, ASC 350-40, ASC 606, ASC 805, ASC 810, and ASC 985-20
Document considerations for technological feasibility, general availability, and impairment for both internal use software and software for sale
Analyze software development costs for capitalization
Partner with the accounting and reporting team to provide guidance on complex transactions including acquisitions, dispositions, impairments, restructuring, litigation, etc.
Evaluate final executed agreements and document accounting conclusions in technical memorandum under ASC 606
Continuously improve the accounting processes and procedures by identifying areas to streamline, automate or refine
Provide training on technical topics to finance teams within the segment
Provide assistance with monthly, quarterly and annual internal and external reporting requirements
Interface with both internal and external auditors in support of audit procedures
Participation in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities
Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:
CPA required
Ability to influence decisions based on expertise
Advanced knowledge of Excel functionalities
Public accounting experience preferred
BA/BS in Accounting and/or Finance is required
Problem-solving, analytical skills and the ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously.
Position requires high attention to detail and a desire for continuous improvement.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and a professional attitude and demeanor working with the internal team.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively, manage multiple projects, and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
We Offer You More Than Just -A Job-
Professional Development - To advance the capabilities of our people, we offer a wide variety of experiences to support our employees' professional growth and continuous learning.
Total Rewards - We offer comprehensive programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, work-life integration and corporate citizenship.
Watermark - Watermark is our corporate social responsibility program working to provide education and access to safe water to ensure healthy lives, gender equality, and resilient communities. Employees have the opportunity to learn and volunteer on various water-related projects.
Employee Networks - Our Employee Networks provide a professional, supportive network for employees from diverse backgrounds, including Women's, LGBT+ and Allies, Veteran's, People of Color and Allies, Hispanic Origin & Latin Affinity, Emerging Leaders, Working Parents Networks and Non-Native English Speakers and Allies.
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
(The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters and must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend and move about the facility
Office: Standard office equipment; work usually performed in an office setting free from any disagreeable elements.
Standard weekly job hours: 40 hours
Role can be hybrid/remote
Xylem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
