Senior Analyst, Special Projects

Company Description

You may know us as Wonderful Pistachios, FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Justin Wine, Teleflora, and Halos Citrus, but we're all one Wonderful and have a great opportunity for a Senior Analyst to collaborate on some of our highest priority and highest profile accounting and finance projects across all our iconic brands. We’re looking to make the world a healthier place through an uncompromising commitment to the well-being of our employees and their families. We foster a collaborative workforce that encourages an entrepreneurial spirit and openness to change. If you have FP&A, operational or public accounting experience and are looking for a chance to grow within a reputable company, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Our Accounting Special Projects team is looking for a proactive, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven professional who is looking for a high-visibility role and the chance to work on a wide variety of projects. This position provides an opportunity for upward finance and accounting mobility within The Wonderful Company organization. You must enjoy working in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, complex environment, and be excited for many growth opportunities.

This position will be based at our HQ Office in West Los Angeles and working a hybrid schedule with 3 days per week in the office.

Job Description

• Perform special projects as requested for over 50+ diverse legal entities. Special projects may include standardization of accounting or FP&A policies, system implementation partnership, acting as Business Unit support staff, assessing operational efficiency, contractual and financial compliance, evaluating internal controls, and business acquisition support
• Perform accounting or FP&A bench strength engagements across different Business Units to assist in periods of natural attrition or temporary gaps
• Work and thrive in many indirect reporting relationships leading to multiple communication channels
• Demonstrate thoughtful understanding of stakeholder objectives when planning project deliverables and milestones
• Demonstrate end-to-end project management abilities, such as preparing project plans/timelines, driving progress towards project milestones, managing and engaging stakeholders, regularly evaluate scope/project status, and presenting findings via documentation and formal read-out to team and stakeholders
• Present clear and concise recommendations and assist stakeholders in the implementation of those recommendations
• Provide oversight and management of the FARM Program which manages 8+ Rotation Associates annually
• Create and oversee improvement initiatives for the FARM Program
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders
• Embrace process improvement initiatives
• Exhibit curiosity for continual digital literacy

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of progressive experience in Accounting or Finance
• Strong knowledge of accounting and finance practices and processes, such as accounting close cycles, budget cycles, forecasting/reforecasting cadences, financial statement review, adequacy of financial documentation and internal controls
• Ability to independently meet deadlines in a timely manner and manage multiple projects/deliverables
• Adept with Excel, Word, PowerPoint and familiarity with enterprise accounting or planning systems
• Effectively communicate with all levels within the organization
• Goal-oriented, motivated, and easily adaptable to a dynamic environment. Creates and maintains positive relationships within the team and extended organization
• Travel up to 25% to both domestic and international locations (most travel within CA). Corporate planes are available for domestic travel
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution
• CPA or currently pursuing certification (preferred)

Pay Rate: $95,000 - $105,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Additional Information

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including: 
  • 24/7 online physician consultations 
  • virtual mental health resources 
  • life coaching 
  • engaging employee community groups 
  • cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements 
  • library of on-demand fitness videos 
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units. 
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses. 
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward. 
• Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace. 
• Building a Healthy Society: We focus on improving the social determinants of a healthy society-quality education and medical care, economic mobility, and a healthy environment-to help build thriving communities. Wonderful CSR
• Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities. 

Headquartered in Los Angeles, The Wonderful Company is a privately held $6 billion company dedicated to harvesting health around the world through its iconic consumer brands. The company’s 10,000 employees worldwide are committed to bringing consumers everywhere the freshest, most wholesome pistachios, citrus and pomegranates; bottling the finest water and wines; and creating colorful bouquets that are sure to touch the heart. This commitment is reflected in the company’s market share: Wonderful Pistachios® is America’s No. 1 tree nut and America’s fastest-growing snack; Wonderful® Halos® is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America; POM Wonderful® is the No. 1 100% pomegranate brand in America; FIJI® Water is America’s No. 1 premium imported bottled water brand; JUSTIN® Wine has the No. 1 Cabernet Sauvignon in California; and Teleflora® is the world’s leading floral delivery service. 

The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back at its core. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving, education initiatives, and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California’s Central Valley. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr.

To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products and its core values, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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