As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2023 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,000 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets.

The Role?

NA Intercompany Accountant reports to Intercompany Team Leader and has responsibility for various closing monthly responsibilities, supports process improvement initiatives, and ensures that the financial statements of the companies are correctly prepared in compliance with US General Accepted Accounting Principles (USGAAP).

Who WE are?

In Global Finance Services, we thrive to embrace differences, making sure everyone feels heard and valued. We believe that a rich tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, nationalities, and perspectives fuels innovation. We offer flexible career paths tailored to your strengths and aspirations. Our culture recognises and supports everyone’s individual journey, fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone succeeds through a collaborative environment.

As a result, for the past 4 years, H.B. Fuller has been recognised as one of the 'Best Companies to Work For' by Exame magazine.

Why join H.B. Fuller?

Are you a creative and enthusiastic individual with innovative ideas to challenge the way things are being done? Do you relate with the saying: Do it right the first time? So do WE!

Are you looking for a company where people’s development is consistently a blue chip for all?

We provide training, coaching and mentorship programs worldwide and are committed to challenging ourselves to create opportunities for our employees. Our Global Finance Services Team has grown by more than 50% in the past 5 years. 

What will YOU do?

Responsible for operational activities of intercompany financial closing and reporting; ensure all requirements are completed and delivered in a timely manner.Perform I/C monthly accruals and proactively analyse and promote resolutions to intercompany imbalances to achieve HBF’s thresholds at month end.Analyse backlogs, identify root causes, and identify possible solutions.Communicate with other group entities to confirm and agree on intercompany balances.Prepare intercompany invoices, payments, and netting.Prepare charge-outs between NA and corporate entities and other regions, ensuring that all the supporting documentation is appropriate.Produce, analyse, and distribute NA and corporate intercompany ageing reports and reduce the number of items above 90 days.Prepare monthly commentaries to the corporate consolidation department on material intercompany differences on both P&L and balance sheet accounts.Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations, looking to constantly improve the quality of the reconciliations.Define process rules and monitor intercompany standards.Provide support on special projects. Works on special projects as assigned and helps with system testing.Support the month-end closing activities in compliance with USGAAP within the timelines set by the corporate team.Maintain and develop SOX, as well as HB Fuller procedures compliance, at all times.

Minimum Requirements:

Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.Minimum 4 years of relevant working experience, preferably in multinational companies or Share Service Centres.Solid experience in GL accounting, consolidation, and intercompany accounting.Excellent written and spoken English.Knowledge of Microsoft Office (preferably in advance Excel—e.g., pivot tables/Macros).ERP system experience (SAP or other similar).Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Good organisational skills and ability to multi-task.Motivated and enthusiastic team player.Independent and proactive with a desire for continuous improvement.Availability to travel.

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H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.

H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.