Company Description

Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science company specializing in the design and manufacture of a wide variety of labeling and functional materials. The company’s products, which are used in nearly every major industry, include pressure-sensitive materials for labels and graphic applications; tapes and other bonding solutions for industrial, medical, and retail applications; tags, labels and embellishments for apparel; and radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions serving retail apparel and other markets. Headquartered in Glendale, California, the company employs more than 30,000 employees in over 50 countries. Reported sales in 2019 were $7.1 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Job Description

The Finance Coordinator oversees the day-to-day operations of employees who post and balance books of account, such as cash book, general journal, sales book, purchase register and general and subsidiary ledgers. This individual acts as the accounting team lead and oversees the preparation of balance sheets and profit and loss statements, coding of invoices and vouchers with proper account distribution.

REPRESENTATIVE ACTIVITIES: Activities and duties will vary dependent upon functional area assigned. Activities may include, but are not limited to:

Employee Development & Management

• Train and provide development opportunities for staff. Ensure annual goals are complete and communicated. Ensure Global Performance Management System is up to date and regular feedback is provided to staff members.

• Monitor and evaluate team members, and adjust training where needed.

• Attract, retain and develop high potential talent.

• Model and promote the Corporation’s Code of Business Ethics and Values.

• Perform general management duties, exercising usual authority concerning staff, performance appraisals, promotions and terminations. Responsible for training and development of subordinate staff, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of organizational policies.

• Act as a team role model and change-agent.

• Positively lead and influence team members to partner together to achieve individual and business goals.

• Coordinate team efforts, create and manage a regional strategy and team operating plan.

Operations

• Support and assist in the close process. Complete analysis; analyze information for accuracy and completeness.

• Overseeing financial transactions: Managing and recording financial transactions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll

• Support budgeting,finance reporting and forecasting,

• Process improvement

• Review cost center budgets. Ensure the plan is accurate and realistic.

• Give staff exposure to global operations. Look for opportunities to support business units

• Monitor employee activities, assist with problems, and take action when necessary to ensure work quality standards and planned schedules are maintained.

• Perform various activities to backup and maintain the flow of work in the department.

• Ensure supervised department meets daily/ annual goals. Assess and suggest new procedures and processes to increase efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field.

• 5 - 7 years accounting or related experience with supervisory or lead experience a plus.

• Thoroughly understands the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of accounting and general ledger.

• Excellent analytical skills and knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles are essential.

• Excellent oral, written communication and presentation skills.

• Good project management and business partnering skills.

• Possess effective supervisory skills.

• Knowledge of applicable state, federal and tax laws.

• Green Belt certification desirable.

• Excellent audit skills.

• Bilingual

Additional Information

Who we are! - Our Story:

AVERY DENNISON IS EVERYWHERE YOU LOOK:

• We not only embrace change… we drive it.
• We work hard, push hard, and take brave risks.
• Our culture is innovative and collaborative - where bold ideas turn into action.
• We grow strong talent through stretch opportunities only restricted by your interests.
• We are committed to workplace diversity, both for employees and for the business.
• We are a force for good, imbedded in industries and communities worldwide.
• We are challenging ourselves and others to reach higher and think bigger to improve the quality of all life.

Avery Dennison is a great place to work for everyone.