Description
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT and CENTA), is a leading innovator, marketer, and producer of quality branded products for the pet, lawn and garden supplies markets. The Central Life Sciences (CLS) business unit is dedicated to improving the health, well-being, and the protection of companion animals, economic animals, plants, stored grains, and the environment.
We are seeking an Accounting Manager to support the Central Life Sciences business unit.
The ideal candidate will ensure the timely and accurate reporting of company results, lead company audit initiatives, and help drive finance business support, reporting, and analysis. The Accounting Manager will direct a team of one professional while working across the larger finance team.
This position will report to the Vice President, Finance & Accounting and is based in Schaumburg, IL.
Please visit our website at www.central.com and www.centrallifesciences.com for additional company and product information.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensures financial reporting is performed timely and accurately, in accordance with GAAP and in compliance with all company policies and legal requirements.
- Oversees and manages month/quarter/year-end close activities through direct supervision on journal entry preparation, account reconciliation, and reporting & analysis of operating results.
- Leads internal/external audit efforts; evaluates internal controls and maintains SOX compliance.
- Provides technical guidance on significant and/or non-recurring accounting transactions.
- Reviews and presents operating results with business and executive management teams.
- Participates in company planning process, including administrative expenses, lease activity, intangible asset amortization and working capital.
- Drives enhanced system reporting and analysis, including maintenance and upkeep of existing reports and new reports, as needed.
- Implements staff training & development activities in conjunction with company Performance Management Process (PMP).
- Works with business and IT teams to increase functionality of company ERP systems, ensure data integrity, and streamline activities to maximize process efficiency.
- Identifies and manages special projects, as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in accounting required; CPA preferred.
- Minimum 5 years related experience, in a supervisory capacity.
- Advanced Excel experience a must, Tableau a plus.
- SAP experience preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
- Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
- Operates with discretion when dealing with confidential and highly sensitive information.
BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Free Life and Disability Insurance
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
- Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to thousands of free online courses
- Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
- Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
- Referral Program with cash bonus
- Access to on-demand pay
- Paid parental leave
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Central Garden & Pet
vision insurance, parental leave, sick time, 401(k)
Feb 22, 2025