Finance Manager

International Dairy Queen•Bloomington, MN

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

International Dairy Queen, Inc. (IDQ) is seeking a Finance Manager for its corporate headquarters in Bloomington, MN. This role is responsible for leading and managing the day-to-day operations of the finance and accounting function, including month-end close activities, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical accounting background, excellent analytical skills, and strong communication abilities for cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field or equivalent years of experience required.
Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance.
Minimum of 2 years in a leadership role.
Public accounting experience required.
Proven track record of managing month-end close processes, financial reporting, and budgeting and forecasting activities.
Strong technical accounting skills with experience implementing accounting standards.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and process optimization.
Positive attitude with strong work ethic and high level of integrity.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and ERP systems.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or CPA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all month-end close activities, including timely preparation and review of journal entries and account reconciliations.
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and regulatory reporting, including GAAP and statutory financial reporting.
Research accounting pronouncements and develop company policies for new, changing, or existing business transactions.
Submit monthly and quarterly reporting to IDQ’s parent company, Berkshire Hathaway.
Lead the annual audit process and ensure timely completion of audit requests.
Lead the preparation of International Dairy Queen, subsidiaries and retirement savings plan annual reports.
Manage and develop the finance team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors and other service providers.
Collaborate with other departments to identify and address accounting-related issues or opportunities to standardize and streamline processes.
Prepare and analyze financial statements and provide insight into financial performance through variance and trend analysis.
Support the budgeting and forecasting processes, including the development of financial models, analysis of key financial metrics, and preparation of financial statements.
Monitor and analyze financial performance against budget and forecast and provide insights and recommendations to drive business decisions.
Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy in the finance and accounting function.