Accounting Analyst

The Wonderful Company • Los Angeles, CA

10d • $75,000 - $85,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a key member of the Accounting team, the Accounting Analyst provides critical support to drive business results and will have the opportunity to grow with the team. The individual will participate in the monthly close process, balance sheet reconciliations, CO-OP reporting, automation, ad hoc projects and much more. Reporting to Accounting Manager, this person will be a highly motivated team player with the ability to take charge of various accounting projects, while driving efficiencies and standardization. You will work with teams across The Wonderful Company to ensure balances are properly recorded in accordance with GAAP. You will also have the opportunity to help train and mentor our FARM (Finance and Accounting Rotation Mentorship) program analysts as they transition through The Wonderful Company. This role provides an opportunity for a highly motivated accounting professional to help the POM Wonderful leadership team achieve its goals. This position will be based at our West Los Angeles, CA office. We work a hybrid schedule with an in-office requirement Monday-Wednesday and the option to work remotely on Thursday and Friday.

Requirements

• 2 or more years of progressive experience in accounting at a mid to large sized company, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position
• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook & Word)
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel is required (demonstrated experience with Pivot Tables and xLookups; Macros knowledge a plus)
• Familiarity with data tools (SQL, Power BI, Python, or Tableau) and enterprise systems (Oracle R-12) is highly desired
• Working knowledge and understanding of financial statements, general ledger and accounting software systems
• Strong critical thinking, professional skepticism, and a continuous learning mindset focused on emerging AI accounting platforms
• Ability to meet deadlines and work quickly/accurately under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal skills to translate technical financial findings into clear narrative explanations for cross-functional business partners.
• Should be energetic, a team player, goal oriented, and responsive
• Ability to work independently
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field and ERP Systems Experience

Nice To Haves

• Macros knowledge a plus
• Familiarity with data tools (SQL, Power BI, Python, or Tableau) and enterprise systems (Oracle R-12) is highly desired

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post standard journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and regulatory reports with extreme detail and accuracy.
• Reconcile Oracle cash module on a weekly basis
• Prepare monthly CO-OP reporting and tracking file and process CO-OP payments
• Reconcile intercompany balances with BU partners at quarter-end
• Prepare and distribute daily cash projections to Corporate Treasury; perform daily wires
• Review and provide expense coding for invoices related to overhead departments (Finance, Exec, etc.)
• Prepare monthly statutory GAAP Reporting and consolidation with TWC. Prepare eliminating JEs related to consolidation and upload TBs
• Prepare interim and year-end audit schedules
• Complete annual tax package and file local property tax reporting requirements (ex: 571-L, 571-F, etc.)
• Mentor incoming FARM Analysts
• Identify manual, repetitive accounting processes that can be streamlined through automation.
• Utilize AI-enabled productivity tools to improve data analysis, documentation, and reporting.
• Assist in developing automated reports, dashboards, and workflow improvements using Excel, Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate, or similar technologies.
• Document automated processes and maintain appropriate internal controls and audit trails.
• Participate in special projects and perform other accounting related duties as needed

Benefits

• Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans
• 401k with match eligibility
• 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
• Clear paths for career progression and internal mobility
• Dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
• Company-wide mentorship program
• Continuous Improvement Training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level