Senior Accountant, Trade Accounting

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Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office
90K-112K Annually
Junior
Food
The Role
The Senior Accountant will prepare weekly reporting, conduct monthly event analyses, support audits, and enhance processes within the Trade Accounting team.
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Job Description

Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits* and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7% 401(k) matching, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus.  *Benefits begin 30 days after hire for hourly employees, and immediately upon hire for salaried employees.    Get a peek into life here at Kraft Heinz through our Instagram and TikTok channels!

Senior Accountant, Trade Accounting at a Glance….
Our Trade Accounting team is looking for a Senior Accountant in the North America Controller’s Group to assist in the $20B Revenue and $7B Trade Promotions Group.  As a Senior Analyst, you will prepare weekly reporting for Business Unit Leadership and interface with Business Unit Finance and Sales Finance personnel to review and understand trade promotion events and strategies and oversee the North America portfolio of events including payment timing and accrual analysis.  You will also help ensure the appropriate execution of internal controls and policy/procedures governing operational and transactional accounting.  But above all, looking for someone to challenge the status quo to make the space more efficient and more accurate.

What’s on the menu?

  • Assist with the accurate preparation of weekly reporting supporting Business Unit Leadership
  • Preparation of monthly event analyses and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Support all financial related audits including compliance- client- internal and external audits and SOX
  • Assist with the development of new processes- systems and/or policies (from an accounting/controls perspective) as needed by the business to support growth- business change- and/or “continuous improvement” initiatives
  • Involvement in various multi-disciplinary teams and/or projects to support the business- including operational planning- strategy and pricing

Recipe for Success – apply now if this sounds like you!

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance or Accounting required, CPA preferred
  • Minimum 2+ years of related experience required
  • SEC and US GAAP knowledge
  • Advanced abilities in Excel and PowerPoint
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to produce high quality work in ambiguous environments, analytically interpret financial information and improve business processes
  • Highly conscientious and proactively seeks to add value
  • Optimistic attitude and creative problem solver
  • Technology savvy with demonstrated ability to learn systems and processes quickly

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:

$89,800.00 - $112,200.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

  • Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments

  • Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training

  • Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

  • Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Chicago/Aon Center

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting
  • 2+ years of related experience
  • Knowledge of SEC and US GAAP
  • Advanced abilities in Excel and PowerPoint
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to produce high quality work in ambiguous environments
  • Technology savvy and learns systems quickly
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The Company
26,710 Employees
Year Founded: 1869

What We Do

The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years.

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