Supervisor, External Reporting

If you are an accounting professional, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our St. Louis, Missouri location, you will be responsible for administration of, or support and assistance in Corporate Accounting’s preparation of public reports to stockholders, analysts and governmental agencies. You will also assist in research, interpretation and implementation of accounting rules and regulations from regulatory bodies (i.e., FASB, SEC, FTC, DOC, etc.), as well as administer and/or assist with ad hoc special project work as necessary. AS A SUPERVISOR, EXTERNAL REPORTING, YOU WILL: - Reports to the Securities and Exchange Commission: - Assist with preparation of forms 10-K, 10-Q and other reports to SEC as necessary (e.g., Forms 8-K, registration statements, etc.). - Administer filing of reports to the SEC via EDGAR, including XBRL preparation. - Reports to Stockholders, Investors and Analysts: - Assist in preparation of Annual Report to Stockholders, Quarterly Earnings Press Release, Investor Presentations and CEO Earnings Call Slides. - Review and provide comments on draft documents provided by Investor Relations, focusing on accuracy and consistency with Forms 10-Q or 10-K and other published financial information. - Collaborate with Planning Department personnel to support Senior Management presentations and review for consistency with previously published data. - Reports to the Government: - Coordinate with Business Units and corporate departments to obtain data necessary to complete consolidated Emerson quarterly and annual government reporting as required by the Census Bureau, Department of Commerce and other government agencies. - Work with Business Units and corporate departments (General and International Accounting, Treasury, Tax, etc.), as necessary, to obtain financial data to complete core duties. Assist in the review of the data for reasonableness and accuracy. - Responsible for maintaining and updating North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) data for use in premerger notification filings with the Federal Trade Commission. - Maintain XBRL taxonomy database for Emerson and serve as main internal XBRL resource as well as liaison with XBRL service provider. - Perform stock compensation expense calculations for Emerson non-US entities’ statutory filings. Provide data to Business Unit CFOs. Assist Executive Compensation and auditors with related requests. - Assist with review and maintenance of Corporate Financial Policies and Procedures. - Assist Assistant Controller or Controller in special projects and ad hoc financial analysis projects as needed. - Assist in research, interpretation and implementation of new accounting rules and regulations from regulatory bodies. WHO YOU ARE: You readily action new challenges, without unnecessary planning. You effectively communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small and large Groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. You drill down to root causes to gather relevant information. You maintain a positive attitude despite adversity. You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks. You follow through on commitments.

Qualifications:

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS: - Undergraduate degree in Accounting - 1+ years of audit or accounting experience, preferably with Big 4 - CPA Certification or in process required - Legal authorization to work in the United States PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS: - Two to three years audit or accounting experience preferred - Exposure to technical accounting or SEC reporting is a plus. - Proficiency and/or experience with Microsoft Excel, Hyperion and Workiva are beneficial. WHY EMERSON? Our Commitment to Our People We invest in our employees to ensure they have the marketplace knowledge, skills and competencies to compete and lead in a global economy. Our training programs focus on end-to-end development from onboarding through senior leadership. Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer you the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more. We provide employees flexible time off plans including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave. Our success is measured by the positive impact we make on people, our communities and the world in which we live. Learn more about us!. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Diversity and Inclusion at Emerson is about welcoming, respecting, and valuing the differences each employee possesses. Inclusion is creating a real sense of engagement, belonging and connection for all employees. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity & Inclusion at Emerson. Work Authorization Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Equal Opportunity Employer Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to idisability.administrator@emerson.com.