Corporate Accounting Manager

Reporting to the Assistant Corporate Controller, this on-site position is responsible for co-managing the Corporate general ledger, Company consolidations, internal and external financial reporting, technical accounting research, and compliance functions. The Corporate Accounting Manager ensures that generated financial statements are in accordance with U.S. GAAP, in compliance with SEC requirements, and reflect to the investors and stakeholders a true and fair view of the Company’s financial position. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Oversee the monthly accounting close and Corporate consolidation process, including all internal & external financial reporting. 2. Act as Corporate consolidation system (Unicom Finance) administrator, performing routine monthly and ad-hoc tasks, as necessary. 3. Contributes to and provides input for monthly forecasting and annual budgeting processes. 4. Ensures timely and accurate consolidation of domestic and foreign entities, including the recording of elimination entries in accordance with GAAP, and prepares and reviews the monthly results package provided to the executive management team. 5. Reviews and approves monthly journal entries and account reconciliations, focusing on streamlining and documenting processes. 6. Identifies, researches, and resolves technical accounting issues at the Corporate and segment levels. 7. Collaborates with senior management, external auditors, and counterparts in the business units. 8. Manages and maintains in-house SEC filing process, including administrative access to filing software, and ensures compliance with XBRL reporting requirements. 9. Acts as liaison with the external auditors and manages completion of quarterly PBC deliverables. 10. Aggregates and provides financial data for internal and external presentations and assists in development of such presentations. 11. Provides leadership by driving operational improvements and efficiencies to streamline the Company’s close to reporting cycle. 12. Researches and documents processes, methodologies, and unique transactions through clear and effective communication. 13. Manages team of one to two individuals, as well as indirect management/oversight of support personnel in other areas of the organization, including Corporate and business unit functions and executive-level management. 14. Develops and trains direct and indirect team members and facilitates succession planning. 15. Performs ad-hoc projects, including M&A activities, as needed. 16. Perform other duties, assignments and special projects as assigned. Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• CPA preferred
• 4+ years of progressive experience in accounting field required
• 1+ years supervisory experience required
• SEC reporting experience required
• Combination of public accounting and/or industry experience preferred
• Manufacturing/industry background preferred
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC rules and regulations, with principal

concentration in periodic financial reporting matters * Proficiency with technical research and establishing and documenting the related conclusions * Effective oral and written communication skills, and ability to work in a team environment

• Strong business acumen, analytic, integrative, and problem-solving skills
• ERP systems experience, preferably JD Edwards/Cognos (Unicom)

Target salary range: $90,000-$133,000 Benefits of Employment In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace. About Us Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io [View email address on click.appcast.io]. All other applications must be submitted online.

#LI-PZ1