Senior Accountant - Manufacturing Operations

Thermal constraints limit AI infrastructure, semiconductor equipment, power electronics, and defense systems. JCI removes those constraints. Enabled by the Stack Forging™ process, JCI produces high-performance thermal components and cooling loop solutions — purpose-built for direct integration into AI, HPC, and mission-critical systems.  JCI has built the industry's leading thermal management platform for the applications that demand it most. 

As a Builder on the Stack Forging Thermal Solutions team at Johnson Controls, you'll join a team of sleeve-rollers who set a high bar for themselves and their co-workers. We foster a collaborative culture with no silos, where everyone is encouraged to think out loud. If you are passionate about your craft and don't give up until you've found a way, you will make an ideal Builder! 

What We Offer: 

• Competitive salary 

• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time 

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care. 

• On-the-job/cross-training opportunities 

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment 

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy 

What You’ll Do 

The Senior Accountant is responsible for managing general accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy of financial records, preparing financial reports, supporting month-end and year-end close processes, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards and company policies. This role works closely with finance leadership and cross-functional teams to support business operations and financial decision-making. 

Who You Are 

You are a detail-oriented, dependable professional who takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work. You have a natural curiosity that drives you to ask questions, identify opportunities for improvement, and solve problems thoughtfully. You thrive in a collaborative environment, building strong relationships across teams while communicating with confidence and professionalism. You are organized, adaptable, and able to prioritize competing deadlines without losing sight of the details. Most importantly, you demonstrate integrity, accountability, and sound judgment, approaching your work with a strong sense of ownership and a commitment to supporting the organization's financial health and long-term success. 

Responsibilities 

*Responsibilities are subject to change based on shifting business needs 

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements and reports. 

• Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities. 

• Perform inventory reconciliations and investigate variances; analyze purchase price variance (PPV); reconcile and analyze work-in process (WIP) balances; monitor aging WIP orders and escalate unresolved or at-risk items to appropriate stakeholders.
• Conduct comprehensive margin analysis and establish reporting cadences to ensure key stakeholders have timely visibility into margin fluctuations, enabling data-driven decision-making

• Reconcile general ledger accounts, bank accounts, and balance sheet accounts. 

• Analyze financial data and investigate variances. 

• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal controls. 

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning. 

• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation. 

• Review accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed asset transactions for accuracy. 

• Maintain and improve accounting processes and procedures. 

• Mentor junior accounting staff and provide technical guidance. 

• Collaborate with departments to resolve accounting issues and improve financial reporting. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 

• CPA designation preferred. 

• 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience. 

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting. 

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics). 

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. 

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience with financial statement preparation. 

• Knowledge of internal controls and audit procedures. 

• Experience with budgeting and forecasting. 

• Process improvement and automation experience. 

• Leadership or supervisory experience. 

Export Control Requirement: This position may require access to information, technology, technical data, software, or other items subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Any offer of employment for this position may be contingent upon the candidate's ability to obtain and maintain any required export authorization or eligibility to access controlled items. 

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $86,000-$100,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data.) The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us.

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.