Staff Accountant, Sales Accounting

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Your role at Clorox:

As the Staff Accountant within the Sales Accounting Group, lead the revenue close process, including period-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations and cross functional support. Ensure revenue-related accounting is accurate, timely, compliant with applicable accounting guidance and company policies, and supported by a strong internal control environment. Serve as a subject matter expert for revenue matters, providing guidance and responding to accounting and reporting questions from business partners and cross-functional teams. Partner closely with Sales, Finance, business units, Order to Cash, external business partners (brokers) and other stakeholders to evaluate revenue impacts, support business initiatives, and address emerging accounting issues. Identify and lead continuous improvement opportunities, including standardization, automation, and process enhancements, to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and scalability of revenue accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Execution of the monthly and quarterly close processes for revenue accounting accounting areas. This includes month/quarter-end accruals, balance sheet account reconciliations, system reconciliations, analytics, and reporting. 50%
• 2. Provide guidance and support for revenue, e-commerce, broker commissions, customer trade spend, and other ad hoc accounting matters. In addition, provide Order to Cash support, partnering with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting and process issues and ensure accurate, timely transaction processing. Serve as the center of expertise for these areas by performing research, updating policies, and analyzing emerging pronouncements, as needed. 25%
• 3. Leveraging AI, Shift Left and Ad-hoc Projects
  • a. Leverage AI tools to streamline work, improve efficiency, and generate more meaningful insights to support accounting processes and decision-making.
  • b. Drive value creation by reimagining how we work in Sales accounting, including identifying opportunities and implementing changes to be more effective and efficient in an effort to expedite monthly and quarterly close processes.
  • c. Challenge historical processes to identify opportunities for improvement or greater efficiency.
  15%
• 4. Other ad hoc requests and/or projects to support the Sales accounting group as needed 10%

What we look for:

• Years and Type of Experience: Minimum 2‑3 years of experience in finance and/or accounting
• Skills and Abilities Minimum: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish (this role will support US) Strong analytical skills with ability to identify issues and risks Continuous improvement mindset with ability to identify and implement ways to streamline and improve effectiveness and efficiency Understanding of US GAAP and financial statements with ability to do accounting research as needed Ability to work in a cross functional environment and form strong relationships with other teams and work groups Strong planning and organizational skills Strong attention to detail and data integrity Ability to work independently and solution-oriented mindset Proficient in PC applications (e.g. Excel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint)
• Desirable: SAP S4 Hana, Group Reporting, Power BI, Blackline experience, AI integration
• Education Level/Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent experience within a multinational company MBA or CPA is a plus
• Workplace type: Hybrid

Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive. Learn more.

Benefits we offer to help you be well and thrive:

• Competitive compensation
• Generous 401(k) program in the US and similar programs in international
• Health benefits and programs that support both your physical and mental well-being
• Flexible work environment, depending on your role
• Meaningful opportunities to keep learning and growing
• Half-day Fridays, depending on your location

Who we are.

We champion people to be well and thrive every single day. We’re proud to be in every corner of homes, schools, and offices—making daily life simpler and easier through our beloved brands. Working with us, you’ll join a team of passionate problem solvers and relentless innovators fueled by curiosity, growth, and progress. We relish taking on new, interesting challenges that allow our people to collaborate and thrive at work. And most importantly, we care about each other as multifaceted, whole humans. Join us as we reimagine what’s possible and work with purpose to make a difference in the world. This is the place where doing the right thing matters. Doing the right thing is the compass that guides every decision we make—and we’re proud to globally recognized and awarded for our continuous corporate responsibility efforts. Clorox is a signatory of the United Nations Global Compact and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s New Plastics Economy Global Commitment. The Clorox Company and its Foundation prioritize giving back to the communities we call home and contribute millions annually in combined cash grants, product donations, and cause-marketing. For more information, visit TheCloroxCompany.com and follow us on social media at @CloroxCo.

Our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity. We seek out and celebrate diverse backgrounds and experiences. We’re always looking for fresh perspectives, a desire to bring your best, and a nonstop drive to keep growing and learning. Learn more about our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Allyship (IDEA) journey here. The Clorox Company and its subsidiaries are an EEO/AA/Minorities/Women/LGBT/Protected Veteran/Disabled employer. Learn more to Know Your Rights. Clorox is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities and disabled veterans during the hiring and interview process.

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