Title:  Senior Accountant

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Senior Accountant:

The Senior Accountant for Fixed Assets is responsible for maintenance of the Fixed Asset sub-ledger system (additions, disposals and transfers) as well as month-end entries and analysis related to the Fixed Asset Accounting function.  Additional duties include balance sheet account reconciliations, fixed asset roll-forward schedules and assisting with reporting and audit requests. The role requires an individual with strong attention to detail and the ability to identify issues and recommend solutions.  This position will be located in Dublin, OH

What You'll Do:

• Maintain the Fixed Asset sub-ledger.  Ensure that additions, disposals and transfers are recorded accurately and timely.
• Perform month-end close duties, including posting depreciation expense and recording monthly accruals for projects in progress.  This includes working with engineering, IT and other departments to determine that all costs have been recorded
• Record Real Estate and Property Tax entries as provided
• Record Other Tax entries as provided by the Tax department
• Responsible for monthly analysis of P&L fluctuations
• Prepare and ensure completeness of balance sheet reconciliations in addition to reporting on fluctuations over various time periods
• Prepare schedules for monthly/quarterly reviews, internal audit team, and annual audit
• Coordinate the tracking of projects in progress and reporting

• Provide accounting assistance to internal business partners; respond to financial questions in order to meet business needs
• Coordinate the annual fixed asset verification process

• Create and maintain process documentation for assigned duties
• Assist with Internal and External Audit requests as requested
• Assist with Purchase Price Accounting during acquisitions

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or finance
• Three or more years of fixed asset accounting experience
• Strong attention to detail
• Adapts to Changing Environment
• Self-Directed
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with varying levels of management
• Flexibility to work, take ownership, and succeed in a rapidly changing environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to train others
• Knowledgeable of US GAAP, IFRS and SOX
• Microsoft Office (proficiency with Excel pivot tables and lookup formulas required)
• SAP and/or Hyperion Financial Management experience is preferred
• Proficiency with BlackLine

What You Can Expect:

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our global team of more than 10,000 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe! 

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry. 

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.

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