Accounting Ops Associate Accountant

PepsiCo
US - Illinois - Chicago
April 23, 2024

Overview

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.

We are seeking an Accounting Ops Supervisor to join our Control team and support our Q&G BU's. This role is responsible for managing one direct report.

Responsibilities

Lead accounting for Quaker and Gatorade fringe benefit costs, calculation of the fringe rate and management of the fringe forecast.
Responsible for allocation and communication of Fringe true ups to all BU's and P&L owners.
Work with systems team to set up annual fringe accrual cycles.
Forecast SG&A fringe related cost centers and provide variance analysis to prior forecast, AOP and LY.
Forecast balance sheet account balances for cash flow and provide explanations for variances to plan, forecast and LY
Be the lead in managing the payroll relationship with Alight, act as liaison to resolve payroll processing or other transitional issues.
Review Alight reconciliations and journal entries each period and highlight key reconciling items during periodic meetings with Alight
Timely and accurate completion of Q schedules each period in HFM for external reporting
Prepare account reconciliations and clear reconciling items timely; Utilize GLCM for reconciliation submissions
Completion of various Coupon SOX and Operating controls.
Assist with weekly coupon prepayment review process.
Identify and lead productivity projects across all areas of responsibility.

Compensation and Benefits :

The expected compensation range for this position is between $66,000 - $110,550 based on a full-time schedule.
Location, confirmed job-related skills and experience will be considered in setting actual starting salary.
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.

Qualifications

2+ years of Accounting related experience (CPA would be considered a plus).
Strong technical accounting skills
Superior analytical and problem solving capabilities
Ability to work effectively in a fast paced matrix organization
Ability to adapt quickly and maintain flexibility with regard to ad hoc projects, revisions to area of responsibility and organizational changes
Ability to work independently
Strong communication skills
Knowledge of SAP a plus
Knowledge of HFM
Bachelors degree in Accounting required
Experience with SAP and the BW reporting systems
This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.

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