Financial Reporting Accountant

TreeHouse Foods • Oak Brook, IL

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Financial Reporting Accountant to join our Finance team based in Oak Brook, IL. The Financial Reporting Accountant is instrumental to the financial reporting function, preparing interim and annual financial statements, bank compliance reports, and governmental surveys (i.e., U.S. Census Bureau and Bureau of Economic Analysis surveys). The Financial Reporting Accountant will also assist in preparation of routine key estimates and provide accounting expertise to the organization through assessment of the facts and circumstances and perform research of the relevant accounting literature. You’ll add value to this role by performing various functions including, but not limited to: Assist with all aspects of financial reporting, including the preparation and review of the Annual Financial Statements, Interim Financial Statements, Investor Presentation materials, and other bank compliance reporting. Support the research and resolution of significant and / or non-routine transactions. Prepare monthly or quarterly journal entries and account reconciliations for key accounting estimates. Reconcile consolidation system results to trial balance reports and performing intercompany reconciliations. Identify opportunities to improve processes through automation and artificial intelligence (“AI”). Leverage tools such as Microsoft CoPilot and BlackLine to support process efficiency, accuracy, and control. Develop cross-functional relationships with other departments, specifically Tax, Legal, Finance, Internal Audit, and Human Resources. Perform assigned responsibilities in compliance with company accounting policies, internal controls, and compliance requirements. Provide support for internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to questions, gathering sampling data, and resolving assigned audit items. Assist with acquisition integrations, divestiture activities, reporting changes, and other finance projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• A minimum of two years of progressive accounting or finance experience is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams is required.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP.
• Extremely detail oriented, creative thinker with excellent analytical skills.

Nice To Haves

• CPA is preferred.
• Experience in financial reporting, auditing, or record-to-report experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience working with SAP, BPC, and other tools such as BlackLine and Workiva is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal presentation and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the company.
• Highly organized and demonstrated ability to work on various projects at the same time.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of financial reporting, including the preparation and review of the Annual Financial Statements, Interim Financial Statements, Investor Presentation materials, and other bank compliance reporting.
• Support the research and resolution of significant and / or non-routine transactions.
• Prepare monthly or quarterly journal entries and account reconciliations for key accounting estimates.
• Reconcile consolidation system results to trial balance reports and performing intercompany reconciliations.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes through automation and artificial intelligence (“AI”).
• Leverage tools such as Microsoft CoPilot and BlackLine to support process efficiency, accuracy, and control.
• Develop cross-functional relationships with other departments, specifically Tax, Legal, Finance, Internal Audit, and Human Resources.
• Perform assigned responsibilities in compliance with company accounting policies, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
• Provide support for internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to questions, gathering sampling data, and resolving assigned audit items.
• Assist with acquisition integrations, divestiture activities, reporting changes, and other finance projects.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits program with no waiting period
• 401(k) program with 5% employer match and 100% vesting as soon as you enroll.
• Comprehensive paid time off opportunities, including immediate access to four weeks of vacation, five sick days, parental leave and 11 company holidays (including two floating holidays).
• Leaders who are invested in supporting your accelerated career growth, plus paid training, tuition reimbursement and a robust educational platform – DevelopU – with more than 10,000 free courses to support you along the way.
• An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of professionals.
• Access to our wellness and employee assistance programs.

What This Job Offers

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