Sr. Analyst, External Reporting & Corporate Accounting - Toro

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The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world‑class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us. From residential lawns and gardens, to venues such as St Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in.

With 100 years of operation under our belt and a healthy tenure, come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place in the Twin Cities to build a career.

As Sr. Analyst, External Reporting, you will collaborate with business partners and finance team members to ensure The Toro Company's (“TTC”) external and technical reports meet US GAAP and SEC standards.

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:

• Responsible for the analysis and preparation of quarterly SEC external reporting requirements, including disclosures on Form 10‑Q, Form 10‑K and other miscellaneous accounting matters. Lead the preparation and analysis of the quarterly disclosure checklist.
• Responsible for equity accounting and reporting:
  • Record and reconcile equity transactions such as stock issuances, options, and restricted stock units (RSUs).
  • Utilize valuation models such as Black‑Scholes to determine the fair value of stock option awards.
  • Calculate and record expense for stock‑based compensation in accordance with ASC 718.
  • Maintain accurate general ledger accounts for stockholders’ equity.
• Stay in touch with new SEC and FASB pronouncements and provide analysis and preparation of technical accounting memos, detailing the company’s position to ensure proper accounting treatment.
• Participate in acquisition‑related purchase accounting and divestiture accounting for subsidiaries sold, including collaborating with external accounting firms and auditors regarding the valuation of acquired assets and assumed liabilities.
• Assist in the administration of SOX internal controls related to processes associated with external reporting.
• Assist in corporate accounting month‑end close processes for technical accounting areas such as equity, derivatives, and deferred revenue, including completing quarterly account reconciliations of certain general ledger accounts.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  • Partner with Human Resources, Legal, FP&A, and Treasury teams on equity‑related matters.
• Support corporate activities such as dividends, share repurchases, and stock splits. External Service Coordination:
  • Collaborate with third‑party service providers such as transfer agents and equity plan administrators to ensure accurate processing of equity transactions.
  • Monitor and reconcile data between internal and external platforms.

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:

• BS / BA degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
• Analyst III (Sr.):
  Requires a minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience OR minimum of 4+ years’ experience in Big 4 public accounting
• Analyst II
  :
  Requires a minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience OR minimum of 1+ years’ experience in Big 4 public accounting

Preferred qualifications:

• CPA preferred
• Public accounting and external reporting experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated understanding of ERP accounting systems and applications (SAP, Workiva, or One Stream experience helpful)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive individual with leadership skills
• Keen eye for continuous improvement opportunities with demonstrated ability to execute and implement change (process improvement, data integrity, clarity of data and messaging)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Work, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proven contribution toward moderately complex projects and work assignments
• Strong systems acumen and excellent…