About the position
Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflects Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery - it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.
Responsibilities
- Assists with weekly income statement estimates and preparation
- Prepares and enters journal vouchers
- Maintains weekly reporting (corporate and local)
- Assists with the period, quarter, and year-end accounting closing process
- Analyzes general ledger accounts and prepare associated quarterly and annual schedules
- Supports, backup, and cross-train to fulfill duties associated with Company Routes & Distributor Accounting and Accounts Payable
- Assists in the monitoring, timely follow-up, and collection efforts associated with Customer Trade Receivables
- Assists in the preparation of the annual financial planning process, including capital budgets
- Assists with individual and quarterly product costing
- Assists in the preparation of personal property tax and business license filings
- Works with the Controller and across departments to help ensure compliance with SOX and Internal Audit requirements, including Inventory Management
- Maintains cleanliness of the work area
- Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Sexual Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.)
- Performance of other duties deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies, and procedures.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Business in Accounting required; Finance considered
- 2-3 years of experience in Accounting, internships included
- Working knowledge of GAAP requirements
Nice-to-haves
- SAP ERP & BlackLine experience and SEC reporting requirements a plus
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and medical benefits
- 401(k) Retirement savings plan
- Professional growth and leadership training
- Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave
