at The Kraft Heinz Foods Company in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Description
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Senior Analyst, Technical Accounting at a Glance....
The Senior Analyst, Technical Accounting position will play an integral role in the Company's financial leadership team regarding technical accounting matters related to US GAAP. The position is critical in supporting the Company's GAAP compliance by analyzing and implementing accounting guidance, developing and maintaining global accounting policies, and determining proper accounting treatment for complex and non-routine transactions. The position will also assist in other significant projects, which vary based on the Company's business transactions and priorities (e.g., acquisitions, divestitures, new policies, complex transactions, training initiatives, ASU adoptions etc.) providing exposure to many stakeholders of the Company and individuals within the finance organization. This ideal candidate must be versatile and proactive with an ability to manage evolving priorities in a fast-paced environment.
What's on the menu?
Research technical accounting issues to ensure compliance with Company policy and US GAAP in various areas including, but not limited to, revenue recognition, rebates & incentives, contract accounting, leases, investments, consolidation, vendor financing, and goodwill/intangible assets
Partner with various teams within accounting, finance, and other functions to understand the nature of complex transactions and outline the resulting accounting outcome
Prepare accounting position papers summarizing our position with respect to complex transactions
Review contracts to identify and resolve potential accounting implications
Support all internal, external and SOX related audits
Support the External Reporting Team by providing assistance with SEC filings, where necessary
Monitor US GAAP and SEC developments and evaluate the impacts of new accounting and reporting rules
Maintain company accounting policies, and partner with subject matter experts to periodically review and update as needed
Assist with projects relating to M&A activity, accounting and reporting, as required
Partner with internal and external resources to help develop training content for the global finance & accounting organizations
Recipe for Success - apply now if this sounds like you!
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance Required, CPA preferred
Minimum of 3+ years of experience in public accounting (Big 4 public accounting firm preferred) with an emphasis in SEC engagements and experience in performing technical accounting research
Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC rules and regulations
Experience with Hyperion Financial Management, and SAP a plus
Excellent analytical, teamwork, client service and leadership skills
Strong ability to research various accounting topics and draft accounting position papers
Experience in reviewing contracts with a proven ability to determine the resulting accounting impacts
Ability to effectively lead, manage and prioritize multiple projects, while effectively operating in a fast-paced, complex global organization with shifting schedules and priorities
Detail-oriented with a high sense of urgency and exceptional organizational skills
Strong work-ethic, communication skills (written and verbal), and drive to learn
Location(s)Chicago/Aon Center
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other... For full info follow application link.
It is the continuing policy of The Kraft Heinz Company to afford full equal employment opportunity to qualified employees and applicants, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental handicaps, military or veteran status, sexual preference, or any other protected condition or characteristic in conformity with all applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations.
Final candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without Company sponsorship. Exceptions requesting work visa sponsorship will be reviewed on a case to case basis.
