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SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers - such as Raid, Glade, Ziploc and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future - for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

This role combines commercial FP&A business partnering with Canadian tax accounting and compliance responsibilities. The incumbent supports assigned Business and/or Customer portfolios through P&L management, forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis to help drive profitable growth and informed decision-making. The role also leads key local tax activities for assigned legal entities, helping ensure strong financial stewardship and compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Key responsibilities include:

• Partner with assigned customer and business teams to drive profitable growth, improve financial performance, and support fact-based decision-making across revenue, volume, trade investment, and P&L delivery.
• Own forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis for assigned areas of responsibility, including monthly outlooks, variance analysis, and insights to help deliver business and customer objectives.
• Complete month-end activities for applicable P&L line items, including journal entries, reconciliations, analysis, and related reporting, while maintaining strong financial controls and accuracy.
• Support the annual planning and budgeting process, ensuring assumptions, risks, and opportunities are reflected appropriately and aligned with business objectives.
• Lead and coordinate key Canadian tax accounting and compliance activities for assigned legal entities, ensuring timely, accurate, and well-documented execution.
• Partner with Corporate Tax and other stakeholders to support transfer pricing requirements, including development of quarterly segment financials and related analysis for the annual transfer pricing study.
• Lead preparation of the tax provision model and supporting documentation, and maintain accurate records of provisions, installments, assessments, and other tax-related balances.
• Coordinate tax audits and annual return support by preparing required documentation, reviewing filings, and ensuring timely approvals and payment processing.
• Provide support for indirect tax and withholding tax activities, including review of calculations, required documentation, and payment approvals.
• Lead or contribute to special projects, cross-functional initiatives, and ad hoc analysis as required.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• CPA designation completed
• 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in finance and/or accounting, preferably within a consumer packaged goods or similarly fast-paced business environment
• Experience supporting financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and month-end close activities
• Working knowledge of Canadian corporate tax, tax accounting, and compliance requirements
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical capability, and fact-based problem-solving skills

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and deliver high-quality results in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong interpersonal, business partnering, and facilitation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate financial information into clear business insights
• Strong analytical and deductive reasoning skills, with the ability to identify risks, opportunities, and actionable recommendations
• Experience with SAP, BPC, TPM, or related financial systems is an asset

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Office work environment: Remote work available once a week for eligible employees
• This role is not eligible for relocation

The Company's Total Rewards package is at or above industry levels. The expected base salary range for this position is between 90,000.00 CAD - 118,125.00 CAD. Job related skills, experience, education, and location will be considered in setting actual starting base salary. In addition to your base salary and depending on job level, eligibility, and performance, a total package may include profit sharing, a short-term incentive and/or long-term incentives. As a family company, benefits are a key piece of our Total Rewards package as well and we're proud to provide a comprehensive, competitive, and differentiated benefits program that our people and their families value.

Inclusion & Diversity

We're a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We're committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.

SC Johnson & Son Inc., SC Johnson Professional, and SC Johnson Lifestyle Brands is committed to accessibility in its workplace and recruitment processes for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation in order to participate in this recruitment process, please contact Human Resources.