Accounting Sr Analyst (CFS)

PepsiCo•Chicago, IL

66d•$64,300 - $107,650

About The Position

PepsiCo is a playground for curious people. We invite thinkers, doers, and changemakers to champion innovation, take calculated risks, and challenge the status quo. From executives to team members on the front lines, we’re excited about the future. We take chances. Together, we dare to make the world a better place. Our associates are the magic ingredient. Each of them plays an integral role in helping create deep connections between people and our products. Think about your last group celebration: Chances are, one of our iconic brands was by your side. At PepsiCo, you’re invited to be a part of a global team of innovators who make, move, and sell these products—which are enjoyed by more than 1 billion people a day. A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where everyone’s welcome. Here, you can dare to be yourself. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you can influence the people around you and the world at large. By showing up, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop and grow your skills for the future. Our supportive teams can fuel your professional goals to make a global impact on people and the planet. Join us. Dare for Better. This role is responsible for supporting period end cost of Accounts Receivable related to accounts, reserves and trade activities. The Associate Analyst will help drive the integration of S4 HANA reporting and process improvements, while building and maintaining relationships with key business stakeholders. The Associate Analyst is also responsible for performing periodic close activities, oversight and preparation of account reconciliations, SOX controls, balance sheet analytics and audit requests.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting & CPA (Required)
Minimum of 4+ years of progressive accounting experience with a large firm / Company (Required)
Team player with ability to work with a wide variety of business partners (Sales, Finance, AR, Control etc.)
Ability to handle multiple priorities
Basic understanding of Automation tools
Strong understanding of GAAP and Market Place Investment reporting requirements and policies
Strong system and reporting skills
Excellent organizational skills and tracking

Nice To Haves

MBA degree (preferred)
Public experience (preferred)
S4 experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Support period-end close activities for Accounts Receivable (A/R), including related accounts, reserves, and transactions.
Prepare and analyze funding requirements for A/R reserves such as Deductions, Bad Debt, and Cash Discounts.
Create, review, and record journal entries for both ongoing operations and period-end close.
Reconcile Customer Financial Services (CFS) owned balance sheet accounts with detailed documentation and resolve reconciling items promptly.
Lead cross-functional collaboration with CFS, Control Shared Services, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and IT to resolve discrepancies and address ad hoc issues.
Develop and provide Business Unit (BU) forecast schedules for CFS-related P&L activities, including Bad Debt, Absorbed Costs, and Post Audit adjustments.
Identify and implement process improvements within CFS Accounting to enhance data preparation and analysis efficiency.
Manage special projects and act as a subject matter expert in accounting and finance for CFS and Control Shared Services.
Respond to Corporate and KPMG audit and reporting requests.
Prepare balance sheet and profit & loss analytics to support financial risk mitigation efforts

Benefits

Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

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