Senior Accountant of Financial Reporting

Rise Baking Company, LLC•Minneapolis, MN

2d•$90,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Support the company’s external and internal financial reporting, accounting policy, technical accounting, and audit activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and industry requirements. Contribute to investor relations through the preparation of investor presentations, call scripts, and Q&A materials. Partner with key stakeholders across accounting, tax, FP&A, operations finance, commercial finance, and external auditors to support timely and accurate financial deliverables.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting
3-5+ years of progressive accounting experience including a mix of financial reporting and technical accounting
2+ years of public accounting experience
Proficient technical accounting knowledge of SEC reporting regulations and US GAAP
Advanced knowledge of Excel
Strong problem-solving, quantitative, and analytical skills with a keen eye for detail
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities
Ability to work under tight deadlines and collaborate with all levels of the organization
Strong interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to communicate effectively

Nice To Haves

CPA designation preferred
Experience with SOX controls implementation or compliance preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare the annual and quarterly 10-K/10-Q equivalent financial reports including financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A, while ensuring compliance with reporting and disclosure requirements
Participate in the month-end close process, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations and variance analyses for lease and debt accounting.
Support investor relations function in preparation of investor presentations, investor script calls, and investor Q&A
Assist with technical accounting research on complex transactions and ensure adherence to GAAP including the preparation of accounting position papers and memos
Prepare and maintain tie-outs and supporting documentation for 10-K/10-Q equivalent, earnings releases, and investor relation documents
Provide supporting documentation to the external auditors during quarterly reviews and the year-end audit
Support M&A activities including purchase accounting and fair value valuation on acquisitions
Prepare and maintain internal controls documentation across the accounting function
Enhance and maintain accounting policies.
Interface with various groups including the finance leadership team, outside public accountants and attorneys, external tax firm, internal legal, and investor relations
Stay current with new accounting standards, regulations, and best practices in financial reporting
Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products
Perform other job-related duties as assigned