Corporate Staff Accountant

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* Who We Are:

** Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc.

For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.

Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future—we are making a positive impact that will last for generations.
By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.  Corporate Staff Accountant The Corporate Staff Accountant is responsible for the monthly close process including creating and entering journal entries, performing monthly account reconciliations, and loading financial data into EPM.

This position also prepares internal and external reports and works on various financial projects.
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* Required Skills:

*** Performs duties associated with the financial close including journal entries, account reconciliations, and EPM loads
* Manage Commission reports and payments including agreements, calculations, and approvals
* Prepare internal and external reports as required
* Assist in maintaining all internal controls as well as assisting with all external and internal audits
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* Required Experience:

*** 2+ years of experience in all aspects of accounting
* B.S. degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with accounting concentration
* Knowledge of GAAP accounting and automated accounting systems
* Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
* Ability to interact with all levels of employees, management, and outside professionals
* Outstanding communication skills
* Excellent computer/systems/PC skills
* Ability to perform, manage and/or direct multiple tasks and determine priorities
* ERP System experience, JDE E1, a plus
* EPM experience a plus
** Other Compensation & Benefits:
** Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package. Current benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan with 5% Company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability benefits, vacation, 100% paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, student debt retirement matching, well-being program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-provided life insurance, supplemental insurance at group rates, and more.
** Equal Employment Opportunity:
** Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department.

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