Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. **The Role:** The Controller will maintain central ownership of accounting for the Utility Services business. Additionally, this position will serve as the key contact point for reporting results to the Americas Accounting Team, the Water Solutions and Services “WSS” Finance Team, as well as Xylem Corporate. The role will also serve as a resource for U.S. GAAP accounting and reporting guidance to the WSS finance team. This position will work closely with the Accounting, Finance, Legal and Tax functions to support monthly and quarterly close requirements. **Responsibilities:** + Support the monthly, quarterly and year-end accounting close processes and preparation of Financial Statements in accordance with US GAAP. + Responsible for performing various financial control activities and financial reviews to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance with laws and regulations. + Prepare monthly/quarterly reviews of financial information for Utility Services – Americas to ensure that financial information is accurate and prepared in accordance with GAAP. + Work with the Utility Services Finance, SAP, and OneStream Systems Teams to ensure accurate reporting of results within Xylem’s ledger and consolidation systems. + Work with Xylem’s Corporate Technical Accounting Group to develop and implement policies and procedures required to address new accounting guidance. + Interface with Legal, Sales, and Finance functions, as well as the Xylem global Revenue Team to determine the accounting/financial implications of new customer contracts. + Advise the Utility Services and WSS Financial Planning and Analysis groups on the accounting implications of proposed programs/transactions. + Bring a process improvement mindset to the accounting function, including identifying opportunities to automate, streamline and improve processes. + Liaise with internal and external auditors. + Perform special projects and analyses as assigned by the WSS Controller – Americas + Prepare and review data utilized in Xylem’s regulatory filings with the SEC including Form 10Qs and Form 10Ks. + Assess current talent and determine staffing levels and strategic plans for talent development and succession planning **Key Competencies:** + Continuous improvement mindset + Developing capability + Cross-boundary collaboration + Leading people & teams + Inspiring accountability **Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s Degree in accounting and/or finance. + CPA is a plus + Minimum of 7 - 10 years’ experience in Public Accounting firm and/or Controller’s functions of a major international Company. Combination of both a plus. + Must have a strong knowledge of United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements. + Supervisory experience required. + Strong organizational skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively. + Manage multiple projects, and prioritize workload to meet deadlines. + Problem-solving, and analytical skills. + Computer skills necessary, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & PowerPoint). + Knowledge of OneStream, Microsoft Dynamics AX, SAP, and Workiva a plus. _\#LI-JO2_ Salary range: $93,900.00 - $169,000.00 Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.   Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation