Sr. Manager of Financial Reporting

World’s Finest Chocolate
  • Chicago, Illinois
    1 day ago

    Job Description

     
    Senior Manager of Financial Reporting
    Full-time, Salaried (Exempt), Hybrid
     
    ABOUT US
    World’s Finest Chocolate does more than make delicious chocolate. Since 1949, we’ve helped our fundraising customers raise over $4,600,000,000! These funds are used to buy playgrounds, pay for reading specialists, purchase musical instruments, fund field trips, and more. Our employees work as a team to support our company’s mission: To Deliver Extraordinary Value with Fun & Purpose.
     
    POSITION OVERVIEW
    This role will report to the Controller and is accountable for overseeing the accurate and timely preparation of the financial statements. The role will monitor and maintain the monthly and annual financial close process and the team. This person will also coordinate with outside auditors during any required audits related to our financial statements. Provide ongoing support and develop staff members. We are seeking a candidate who can effectively maintain and support existing processes while bringing a continuous improvement mindset to identify opportunities for greater efficiency and enhanced collaboration both within the department and across the organization.
     
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Prepare and oversee the financial reporting process
    • Ensure financial reports are accurate, complete, timely, and prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies. Timely review of journal entries and account reconciliations.
    • Lead and monitor the monthly closing schedule.
    • Oversee monthly consolidation of our US and Canadian entities.
    • Coordinate with external auditors and manage audit requests, review supporting schedules, documentation, and technical accounting analyses.
    • Support internal controls over financial reporting, including control design, execution,
    documentation, and remediation where needed.
    • Assist with other ad - hoc projects and accounting workflows, as needed.
    • Manage the financial reporting and general ledger team, supporting and developing them in their responsibilities.
    • Oversee the cost accounting function done by our internal cost accountant, reviewing work and setting expectations
     
    QUALIFICATIONS
    • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, CPA preferred
    • Progressive experience in accounting and financial reporting, preparing or reviewing financial statements, disclosures, and audit support materials.
    • Strong Excel skills
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
    • Experience with consolidations, multi-entity reporting, or international operations preferred
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate financial data and information
    • Cost accounting and/or manufacturing experience a plus
     
    KEY COMPETENCIES
    • Self-motivated – Ability to complete tasks and communicate to others effectively, especially in a remote environment
    • Attention to Detail - Ability to achieve thoroughness, accuracy, and consistency when
    completing tasks
    • Nimble Learning - Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems,
    using both successes and failures as learning fodder. Has the curiosity to learn and ask
    questions.
    • Confidence - Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.
    • Drives Engagement - Creates a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
    • Ensures Accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
    • Collaborates - Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared
    objectives.
     
    COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
    • Wage Range: $134k - $145k
    • Win as One Bonus Target: 10% based on company and/or individual performance
    • 401k Matching • Paid Time Off • Medical/Dental/Vision insurance • HSA/FSA
    • Mental Health Support • Wellness Program • LifeLock Identity Theft Protection
    • STD/LTD • Life Insurance • Tuition Reimbursement • ESOP
     
    REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
    Reports to: Senior Director and Controller
     
    LOCATION AND SCHEDULE:This is a hybrid role. Travel to World’s Finest Chocolate’s Chicago headquarters is required on a monthly basis for employees who live in state and on a quarterly basis for employees who live out of state.  Monday–Friday, 8:30AM – 5:00PM
     
    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
    World’s Finest Chocolate is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a
    diverse and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.  We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to providing an environment of respect and inclusivity for all employees.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChicago, Illinois
    Websitehttps://worldsfinestchocolate.com/careers

    Skills

    • Accountingunmatched
    • Accounting Closeunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Auditingunmatched
    • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
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    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Corporate Policiesunmatched
    • Cost Accountingunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • External Auditunmatched
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    • Flexible Spending Accountsunmatched
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    • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
    • Insuranceunmatched
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    • Manufacturing Costunmatched
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