Accountant II

Accountant IIThe Company

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.

Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.

If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!

Position Summary

As an Accountant II you will be responsible for maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements and internal/external audit information.

**Please note this is a contract role until February 2026**

Responsibilities

• Support Month-end close, year-end close, variance analysis and statement preparation.
• Prepares, reviews, and verifies the accuracy of journal entries and accounting classifications assigned to various records.
• Manage contractors’ and buying group rebate accrual. Reconcile accrual to the actual liability and payment
• Manage Intercompany transactions including forex, charge backs, accrual and reconciliations.
• Responsible for month-end expenses accrual, Income tax provision, Sales tax allocation, HST filing and payment
• Responsible for maintaining and reconciling various balance sheet accounts. Can explain significant fluctuations to management or audit personnel.
• Performs complex ad hoc requests to provide relevant financial information to management for decision making purposes.
• Assist with external and internal audit requests.
• Coordinates accounting matters with other departments, locations, and divisions.
• Prepares periodic reports for management analyzing current trends versus forecast expectations.
• Support in cycle count program.
• Support forecasting and budgeting.
• Quarterly E & O accruals.
• All other tasks as assigned by management.

Experience and Skill Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Working towards Accounting designation preferred
• Minimum 3 years of experience in related field
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team atmosphere
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics D365 is preferred.

Leadership Competencies

• Self-motivated individual able to multi-task effectively and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to handle projects simultaneously. 

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Competitive vacation policy
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Educational Reimbursement
• DCPP with eligible matching

**THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Zurn Elkay, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.**

Zurn Elkay is an equal opportunity employer who provides an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process.