Accounting Manager

A bit about us :

Multinational food and biotechnology corporation which produces seasonings, cooking oils, frozen foods, beverages, sweeteners, amino acids, insulating films, and pharmaceuticals HQ in California.

Why join us?

What we Offer :

• Competitive base salary and overall compensation package
• Full benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision
• Generous PTO, vacation, sick, and holidays
• Life Insurance coverage
• 401 (K) with generous company match

Job Details

The Accounting Manager will oversee accounting department processes and ensure accurate financial reporting and SOX compliance. This role will manage the accounting month-end, quarter-end and year-end close and, must be able to collaborate effectively with auditors and internal departments. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, deep accounting knowledge, and the ability to drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes for both the corporate office and plant locations.

Prepare and review financial statements, including profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow records

Develop, implement, and maintain the SOX compliance testing program, ensuring adherence to Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.

Conduct risk assessments and identify key controls for financial reporting processes.

Design and document internal controls, ensuring they are aligned with best practices and regulatory requirements.

Coordinate and perform testing of internal controls to assess their effectiveness.

Identify control gaps and deficiencies and work with process owners to develop remediation plans.

Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations

Coordinate and support internal and external financial reviews and audits. Act as one of the key contacts for external auditors.

Provide financial insights to support management decision-making

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance department efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting : CPA preferred but not mandatory - any public acct. exp. would be ideal

5+ years of experience in accounting, strong technical accounting, debits, credits exp. is key,

Experience with SOX controls, audits and stakeholder engagement

Strong knowledge of GAAP and / or IFRS and financial reporting standards

Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills

Experience with ERP systems is a plus

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