Accountant, Financial Reporting

ITT is a leading manufacturer of critical components for harsh environments that serves fast-growing end markets in flow, aerospace and defense, energy and transportation. Building on our heritage of innovation, we partner with our customers to deliver solutions to the key industries that underpin our modern way of life.

Headquartered in Stamford, CT, we have more than 11,700 employees globally with operations in ~40 countries and sales in more than 125. At our core is our engineering DNA, with 1,280+ engineers, 1,700+ active global patents and ~51 manufacturing locations.

Our businesses are organized in three distinct segments, each based around our core engineering DNA:

• Industrial Process: A global leader in centrifugal and twin-screw pumps and engineered valves for chemical, energy, mining, and industrial applications. Our leading brands include the iconic Goulds Pumps (with more than 175 years of history), Bornemann, Habonim, Engineered Valves, Rheinhütte Pumpen and Svanehøj.
• Motion Technologies: A global leader in brake pads (ICE and electrified brake pads) and shock absorbers (energy absorption solutions) for transportation applications. Our leading brands include Friction Technologies, KONI and Axtone.
• Connect and Control Technologies: A leader in critical applications for the aerospace, defense and industrial markets, including harsh environment connectors and control components. Our leading brands include ITT Cannon, Enidine, Aerospace Controls and kSARIA.

Key position for all month‑end accounting activities for the Valencia Site.

• Leads month end close activities, including analysis for journal entry preparation while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Leads month end activities via communications and issue resolution, including bringing issues to management's attention before they affect productivity.
• Prepares and analyzes balance sheet reconciliations and supporting documentation with a focus on operational efficiencies and accounting compliance.
• Analyzes and prepares communication of internal and external month end reporting (including standard reports and analytics).
• Drives user support for systems/programs to both internal and external customers.
• Leads projects answering questions for internal and external customers and prepares ad‑hoc reports.
• Prioritizes workload as established by management and refocuses efforts to accomplish objectives independently, accurately and timely.
• Leads and/or participates in multiple projects, including the development of comprehensive project plans and completes assignments within established timelines.
• Maintains current desktop procedures for assigned responsibilities and ensures others are cross‑trained within the department.
• Leads workflow and system enhancement design and implementations, and ensures proper testing of related system revisions are within department standards.
• Leads Sarbanes‑Oxley testing and provides related schedules and support to internal and external auditors.
• Coordinate with Shared Services to drive accounting execution for AR & AP.
• Will be trained as back‑up to Finance & Accounting Generalist, Financial Analyst and Cost Accountant.
• Special projects as required.

Bachelor’s or higher degree in Accounting or Finance.

• 2+ years accounting/finance experience in manufacturing environment; prior audit experience is strong plus.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP with ability to apply to real world situations; continue to keep abreast of latest FASB pronouncements.
• Strong analytical mind with the ability to research key accounting issues, conduct in-depth analysis and make recommendations on key accounting estimates.
• Prior experience performing or supporting Sarbanes‑Oxley and SOX audits.

• Highly detailed oriented and accurate; works with highest integrity and character.
• Should possess strong communication skills and can clearly articulate results and influence decision making through verbal, written, analytical, interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
• Experience driving process improvement & leveraging IT systems to drive automation and improve month‑end close & other accounting…