COMPANY / LOCATION INFORMATION

A.O. Smith Corporation, founded over 150 years ago in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is a diversified water products manufacturer serving customers worldwide. The company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers and marketers of residential and commercial water heating equipment, offering a comprehensive line featuring the best-known brands in the industry. A.O. Smith also currently manufactures an extensive line of premium water treatment products. A.O. Smith employs approximately 12,000 people at facilities in the United States, Mexico, China, India, Canada and Europe, with sales in excess of $3.8 billion. A. O. Smith (AOS) is traded on the NYSE.
A. O. Smith is committed to continuous improvement, not just in its factories and its processes, but in its people. It values people who are able to analyze problems and take rapid, decisive action. For more information regarding A. O. Smith, visit our website at www.aosmith.com.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial reporting, including public accounting or public company experience.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting, and internal controls.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven leadership and team management abilities.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and financial reporting software (Workiva).
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills

EDUCATION

Baccalaureate in Accounting or Finance

ADA STATEMENT & EEO STATEMENT

In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.