Accountant

Ecolab is seeking an Account. You would be a member of the Global Accounting & Control Team reporting to the Global Accounting Supervisor based in St. Paul, MN. This role is responsible for supporting day-to-day accounting and month-end close procedures. This position supports the accounting needs of Corporate and Divisional personnel and will interact with colleagues across Ecolab’s Finance organization and broader business functions. This position is required to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and requests from all areas and must maintain a strict close schedule to provide timely financial results. What You Will Do Support the Ecolab North America monthly general ledger close process in SAP Analyze monthly financial results for the Ecolab North America entities Prepare various journal entries during the monthly close process Work closely with the Global Business Services (GBS) team during month-end close, and throughout the month, on various accounting procedures Prepare and review monthly account reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts Assist in the quarterly balance sheet fluctuation review of the Ecolab entities Prepare documentation to support external and internal audits Perform ad hoc reporting and analysis and investigate issues, providing explanations and interpretation Maintain and enhance department processes, procedures, and related documentation Other ad hoc corporate accounting activities Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field Minimum 2 years of accounting and/or finance experience No immigration sponsorship available for this position Preferred Qualifications Strong accounting background, attention to detail, and well-developed organizational skills Results oriented, proactive, and possesses a high level of integrity Solid verbal and written communication skills Ability to work with a high level of initiative and adaptabilityDemonstrates ability to work well across divisions and functions What’s In It For You Starting on Day 1: Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more! The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best About Ecolab At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent-first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to eliminating unnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world. Annual Or Hourly Compensation Range The pay range for this position is $66,100.00 - $99,200.00. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws. Benefits Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here. Potential Customer Requirements Notice To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to: Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing. Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website. Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran. In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through affirmative action (AA). We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr