Accounting Manager

Central Garden and Pet • Schaumburg, IL • 1h ago

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Description

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT and CENTA), is a leading innovator, marketer, and producer of quality branded products for the pet, lawn and garden supplies markets. The Central Life Sciences (CLS) business unit is dedicated to improving the health, well-being, and the protection of companion animals, economic animals, plants, stored grains, and the environment.

We are seeking an Accounting Manager to support the Central Life Sciences businesses. The ideal candidate will ensure the timely and accurate reporting of company results, lead company audit initiatives, and help drive finance business support, reporting, and analysis. The Accounting Manager will direct their team while working across the larger organization. This position will report to the Vice President, Finance & Accounting and is based in Schaumburg, IL. Our Schaumburg office works a hybrid schedule with Mondays & Fridays work from home; Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays in office. This hybrid schedule is subject to change, of course, as business needs fluctuate.

Please visit our website atwww.central.comandwww.centrallifesciences.comfor additional company and product information.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensures financial reporting is performed timely and accurately, in

accordance with GAAP and in compliance with all company policies and legal requirements.

Leads internal/external audit efforts; evaluates internal controls

and maintains SOX compliance.

Oversees and manages month/quarter/year-end close activities through

direct supervision on journal entry preparation, account reconciliation, and reporting & analysis of operating results.

Provides technical guidance on significant and/or non-recurring

accounting transactions.

Reviews and presents operating results with business and executive

management.

Participates in company planning process, including administrative

expenses, lease activity, intangible asset amortization and working capital.

Drives enhanced system reporting and analysis, including maintenance

and upkeep of existing reports and new reports, as needed.

Implement staff training & development activities in conjunction

with company Performance Management Process (PMP).

Works with business and IT teams to increase functionality of

company ERP systems, ensure data integrity, and streamline activities to maximize process efficiency.

Identifies and manages special projects, as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree in accounting required; CPA preferred.

7-10 years related experience (Big 4 or public company preferred)

with commensurate supervisory experience.

Advanced Excel experience is a must, SAP experience preferred.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to

communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build consensus.

Able to manage multiple and competing priorities in a fast-paced

work environment.

Operates with discretion when dealing with confidential and

highlysensitive information.

POSITION INFORMATION

This position pays approximately \$115,000 - \$130,000 annually,

based on prior related experience and geographic location. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary management incentive.

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Free Life and Disability Insurance

Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary

contribution -Variable incentive compensation based on individual & company performance

Paid vacation, holidays and sick time

Employee Assistance Program

Access to thousands of free online courses

Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!

Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional

certifications)

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