Req No. 4306BR
Job Title MANAGER OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND SPECIALTY ACCOUNTING
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Finance/Controllership
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a MANAGER OF ACCOUNTING POLICIES AND SPECIALTY ACCOUNTING at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The incumbent is expected to develop and/or maintain an expertise in FASB and SEC regulations. This position will lead the implementation of new accounting and disclosure standards along with presenting their impact on the financial statements to senior management. Comment letters to the FASB and SEC on proposed new standards will be prepared by the incumbent. Accounting policies related to Technical Accounting will be maintained by this position along with the development of new policies and work practices. The position will be the team led to ensure compliance with SOX 404 for financial reporting on a worldwide basis. This position is also the process owner for the accounting for derivative instruments and pension and other post-retirement plans on a global basis.

The position is a key contact to answer US GAAP accounting questions and process inquiries, and ensuring appropriate training of process participants resulting in the strengthening of financial and operational controls (worldwide). It also includes staying current with the SEC’s project regarding the potential adoption of IFRS and ensuring consistent adoption of IFRS by our foreign affiliates. This position is responsible for the review of US GAAP adjustments on a worldwide basis.

The individual should exhibit strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels, senior management, and external auditors. The incumbent should also have prior supervisory skills, independent initiative, planning and organizing skills, and should have a proven ability to lead teams and solve complex problems.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• An undergraduate degree in accounting is required; MBA preferred
• CPA with Big 4 experience required
• Senior audit manager at Big 4 firm preferred
• Seven to ten years of progressive experience in accounting
• Managerial experience
• Very strong US GAAP Accounting Theory and Application Skills are required.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. In fiscal 2009, Air Products had revenues of $8.3 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 18,900 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #4306BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic