nVent

Sr. Manager, External Reporting and Technical Accounting

nVent$123K — $229K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
  • 6+ years of progressive experience in Big 4 or a mix of public accounting and industry.
  • Strong U.S. GAAP accounting and SEC reporting knowledge.
  • Proven consultative skills with the ability to build global relationships.
  • Excellent communication skills to explain complex accounting matters clearly.
  • Strong leadership qualities to inspire and develop teams.
  • Ability to adapt quickly to challenges and changes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead preparation of financial statements in compliance with SEC and U.S. GAAP.
  • Serve as primary contact during quarterly reviews and audits.
  • Research and document technical accounting implications for complex transactions.
  • Keep management updated on accounting and SEC reporting developments.
  • Maintain and implement global accounting policies and procedures.
  • Support M&A due diligence and related financial reporting.
  • Conduct annual impairment analyses for goodwill and pension plans.
  • Oversee complex accounting areas like hedging and derivatives.
  • Identify process improvements within the finance organization.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with flexible spending options.
  • 401(k) and employee stock purchase plan with company match.
  • Tuition reimbursement and supportive leave policies.
  • Paid time off including volunteer time and well-being programs.
  • Legal and identity theft protection options.
Full Job Description
WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:
  • Lead and implement the timely and accurate preparation of all financial statements for external use in accordance with SEC and U.S. GAAP requirements (Form 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K and other required filings)
  • Lead quarterly financial reviews and annual audit process, serving as primary point of contact for external and internal auditors
  • Research, evaluate and document technical accounting implications of complex or non-standard transactions
  • Keep current on proposed accounting and SEC reporting matters to proactively update senior management
  • Maintain global accounting policies and procedures, including monitoring new pronouncements and leading the implementation and training of any updated or new accounting standards, ensuring timely adoption and accurate documentation of the company's position
  • Support acquisition due diligence and integration, and related purchase price accounting and SEC reporting requirements for M&A projects
  • Lead annual goodwill and intangibles impairment analysis and annual valuation of material pension plans
  • Lead all aspects of accounting for areas that may contain a high degree of complexity, such as hedging and derivatives, stock-based compensation and leases, including preparation of related valuations and technical documentation as needed
  • Partner with FP&A, Legal, and Investor Relations to align financial results and materials for leadership, board, and external collaborators
  • Using technology, identify and implement continuous improvements to process, controls and systems used by the External Reporting team and the broader finance organization
  • Partner and complete other finance related projects and initiatives, as assigned
YOU HAVE:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance required. CPA certification preferred.
  • 6+ years of progressive experience either in a Big 4 public accounting firm or a combination of public accounting and industry experience required. SEC reporting and technical accounting experience preferred.
  • Strong U.S. GAAP technical accounting and SEC reporting foundation with expert knowledge and practical experience in topics such as revenue recognition, leases, derivatives and hedging, stock-based compensation, business combination and financial statement presentation and disclosure.
  • Strong advisory/consultative skills with a service attitude and the ability to build key working relationships with finance and accounting teams globally.
  • Ability to identify, advance and respond quickly to unexpected challenges and opportunities.
  • Strong writing, presentation and communication skills and ability to easily explain complex accounting issues and conclusions to a variety of audiences.
  • Ability to effectively lead, inspire and develop team members.
  • A high level of accountability, ownership and comfort leading through change
  • Must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.


WE HAVE:
  • A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day


    Pay Transparency

    nVent's pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee's work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.

    Compensation Range:
    $123,500.00 - $229,500.00

    Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

    Benefit Overview

    At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:
    • Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
    • A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match.
    • Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

    About nVent

    nVent is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of electrical enclosures, electric heat tracing solutions, and other electrical products. The company serves a wide range of industries, including energy, industrial, infrastructure, and commercial. nVent was founded in 2018 as a spin-off from Pentair, and is headquartered in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. The company has operations in more than 30 countries and employs approximately 9,000 people.
    Learn more about nVent
    Size
    9,000 employees
    Market Cap
    $6.3 billion
    Industry
    Net Income
    -$47.2 million
    5 Year Trend
    +3.1%
    Revenue
    $1.9 billion

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