Accountant I

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant, General Accounting to join our
team. In this role, you will be responsible for end-to-end accounting operations across fixed
assets, capitalized software month-end close reporting, and SOX compliance.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at tight close deadlines,
collaborates effectively with site managers and corporate reporting teams, and is able to travel
approximately one week per month.

Key Responsibilities:

Fixed Assets & Construction in Progress (CIP)
● Oversee corporate and site fixed asset accounting, ensuring timely recording of
additions, transfers, and disposals.
● Coordinate monthly with site managers and operational leaders regarding asset activity,
physical tagging, and system updates in Sage.
● Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for fixed asset accounts and review AP
invoices to validate capitalization criteria.
● Maintain compliance with corporate Fixed Asset policies

Software Capitalization

● Manage the monthly Software in Progress (SIP) calculation and prepare Day 1 journal
entries.
● Track software development milestones, identifying completed projects ready for
capitalization and amortization under SOP 98-1.
● Reconcile SIP/SOP project balances against Authorization for Expenditure (AFE)
trackers.
● Coordinate asset setup in ERP systems (Sage) upon project completion.

Month-End Close & Corporate Reporting

● Execute core month-end close procedures under a structured schedule:
○ Prepare and post closing journal entries
○ Complete and upload statistical files and corporate schedules
○ Generate and distribute the monthly Trial Balance
● Prepare comprehensive balance sheet reconciliations
● Manage quarterly reporting deliverables, including Property, Plant & Equipment (PPE)
roll-forward
● Address Corporate Financial Reporting inquiries regarding deferred charges and other
balances
● Manage lease accounting adjustments

Internal Controls, SOX & Audit Support

● Execute key internal controls, including Information Produced by the Entity (IPE) testing
on key reports (e.g., Prophix) during the monthly close
● Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external audit requests, delivering PBC
(Prepared by Client) schedules and documentation
● Partner cross-functionally with outsourced service providers, Accounts Payable, and
FP&A to resolve reconciling items

Required Qualifications

● Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
● Experience: 1–2 years of progressive general ledger and general accounting
experience in a mid-to-large corporate environment.
● Technical Knowledge:
○ Strong working knowledge of US GAAP (specifically Fixed Assets, ASC 360, and
Software Capitalization / ASC 350-40).
○ Experience with SOX 404 compliance
● Systems & Software:
○ Experience with mid-to-tier-1 ERP systems (e.g., Sage, SAP, or Oracle).
○ Familiarity with financial consolidation systems (e.g., Oracle HFM / FCCS) and
reporting tools (e.g., Prophix).
○ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP,
pivot tables, SUMIFS).

Key Competencies

● Time Management: Demonstrated ability to manage multi-day close calendars and hit
strict reporting deadlines.
● Collaboration & Communication: Skilled at working with non-financial site managers
and external service teams.
● Problem Solving: High level of ownership in researching variances, resolving AP/GL
discrepancies, and streamlining processes.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, Avery Dennison requires all final candidates to successfully complete a comprehensive background check and a drug screening. These checks are conducted post-offer and are a condition of employment. All results will be considered in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. 

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