Category 0120 - Financial managers
Description
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Accounting Manager plays a critical leadership role within the Accounting & Finance organization. This position is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, leading a team of accountants, and ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
Partnering closely with the Controller and cross-functional teams, the Accounting Manager drives operational excellence, continuous improvement, and timely financial close and reporting for Daisy Brand.
MAJOR ACTIVITIES TO ENSURE ACHIEVEMENT OF KEY RESULTS AND DELIVERABLES
Accounting Operations & Team Leadership
Lead and develop a team of staff and senior accountants across general ledger, financial reporting, fixed assets, and compliance activities
Conduct performance reviews, support career development, and establish clear expectations through performance metrics
Ensure all general ledger activity is accurate, complete, and compliant with GAAP
Oversee and continuously improve a disciplined month-end close process with a target close of five business days
Provide technical accounting guidance and assist in drafting accounting memos when interpretation or analysis is required
Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement, efficiency, and standardization
Financial Reporting
Review and deliver timely, accurate financial statements and internal reports
Ensure data integrity and analyze variances, trends, and key drivers
Partner with stakeholders across the business to support and translate financial results into clear insights for non-finance stakeholders to support decisions making, reporting needs and close activities
Compliance
Lead the execution of year-end and periodic audits in coordination with the Controller
Ensure accuracy of compliance-related filings, including bank reporting, milk reporting, licenses, property taxes, and Census Bureau submissions
Assign and track compliance activities across departments to ensure accountability and completion
Internal Controls
Support documentation and maintenance of internal controls, policies, and procedures
Design and execute internal audit activities within the accounting function
Ensure appropriate segregation of duties and adherence to control standards
Ad-hoc
Respond to ad-hoc analyses, projects, and requests accurately and on time
Support the broader Finance & Accounting strategy through execution, insight, and collaboration
KEY RESULTS AND DELIVERABLES (WHAT DOES SUCCESS LOOK LIKE)
A consistent, reliable month-end close with minimal post-close adjustments.
Accurate, audit-ready financial statements and clean audit outcomes.
A well-developed accounting team with clear roles, accountability, and growth paths.
Documented, effective internal controls and improved accounting processes.
Strong, collaborative relationships between Finance/Accounting and the business
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related discipline required
CPA or CMA preferred
Master's degree is a plus
Minimum of 7 years of work experience in financial reporting and general ledger accounting
At least 2 years of experience managing and developing accounting staff
Deep understanding of GAAP, fixed assets, and cost control principles
Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office; experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently and deliver results with high accuracy
Demonstrated success implementing process improvements and driving operational efficiency
Company Overview
Daisy Brand is the market leader in two billion-dollar categories - sour cream and cottage cheese. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, we've earned the trust of Americans through consistency and quality across five generations as a family-owned company. Our success has been guided by a simple belief: good food, much like good work, starts with integrity. That mindset continues to shape how we make our products, run our business, and support the people behind the brand.
At Daisy Brand, tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We invest thoughtfully in advancements that strengthen our products and operations, supporting responsible, long-term growth. In 2025, we broke ground on a new manufacturing facility in Boone, Iowa, further strengthening our supply chain alongside our established plants in Garland, Texas; Casa Grande, Arizona; and Wooster, Ohio. Looking ahead, our state-of-the-art Innovation Center, opening in 2026, will bring together research, food science, culinary, and technology teams to shape the future of our products. Recent work from these teams includes the development of the squeeze pouch and new line of dips, reflecting an intentional approach to modernization while staying true to the quality our consumers expect.
At the heart of Daisy Brand is its people. The company is intentionally structured to be collaborative and accessible, with an entrepreneurial mindset encouraged at every level. We hire with the goal of building long-term careers and provide an environment where employees are trusted to think critically, take initiative, and continue learning. Growth here isn't accidental; it's actively supported and shared.
To support our employees and their families, Daisy Brand offers a people-first benefits package that includes:
A no deductible, $0premium option for employee only medical coverage
Access to virtual healthcare and wellness programs
A 401(k) program with company match, plus weekly safe harbor and annual profit-sharing contributions
Company paid short and long-term disability coverage and 2x annual salary in life and AD&D insurance
Four weeks of paid time off, plus 20 hours of floating holidays in your first full year of employment
Annual rollover and payout options for any unused paid time off
Paid time for volunteering and community involvement
Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities
Fitness and wellness incentives
And more.
Daisy Brand is a nicotine-free company. Daisy Brand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and disabled encouraged to apply.
