Accountant

At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive by doing the right thing, putting people at the center, and playing to win. Led by our IGNITE strategy, we build brands that make a positive difference in peoples lives around the world. And we know that success requires head, heart, AND guts all three, every day coming together to work simpler, faster, bolder, and more inclusively. Interested? Join us to #IgniteYourCareer!

Your role at Clorox:

As a Financial Accountant you will coordinate and manage accounting processes related to the historical reporting of the legal entity. You will play a central role in supporting the Accounting and Controls Manager on statutory audits, corporate policies and controls and intercompany activities. This role will deputize as and when for the Accounting and Controls Manager, so you will need the gravitas and ambition to be able to work within a demanding and fast-moving business.

This position has a high level of visibility and exposure to AMEA and corporate finance leaders and will have opportunity to participate in cross-functional process improvement and special projects

In this role, you will:

Oversees all banking, credit card and cash transactions and support the assistant accountant in ensuring accurate and efficient recording of all payments and cash receipts.

• Maintains timely and accurate recording of all accounting transactions for the South Africa legal entity.
• Provide accounting and business support to the South Africa operations, including research and recommendations on accounting issues, as well as implementation of accounting changes.
• Works closely with Accounts Receivable team on the seamless execution of the Order to Cash process.
• Manages the VAT and legal entity tax activities.
• Ensure best practice internal control and accounting.

What we look for:

Experience Required

• 2 - 4 years of experience in accounting
• Solid understanding of IFRS, US GAAP and financial statements.
• Experience of statutory accounts preparation, government and tax returns, cash management
• Syspro experience desirable.
• MS (Excel, Word, Power Point), NetSuite, HFM and Essbase systems experience is desire.

Academic Background

• National Diploma in Accounting or Bachelor level degree or equivalent experience
• Qualified Or Finalist ACCA/SAICA/SAIPA

Skills

• Analytical
• Attention to Detail
• Data integrity and analysis
• Collaboration and influence

Workplace type:

Hybrid

We seek out and celebrate diverse backgrounds and experiences. Were looking for fresh perspectives, a desire to bring your best, and a non-stop drive to keep growing and learning.

At Clorox, we have a Culture of Inclusion. We believe our values-based culture connects to our purpose and helps our people be the best versions of themselves, professionally and personally. This means building a workplace where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate in our Clorox community. Learn more about our I&D program & initiatives here.

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

Please apply directly to our job postings and do not submit your resume to any person via text message. Clorox does not conduct text-based interviews and encourages you to be cautious of anyone posing as a Clorox recruiter via unsolicited texts during these uncertain times.