Manager of Accounting – US & International Internal Reporting

The Manager of Accounting – US & International Internal Reporting is responsible for leading the monthly close for US accounting operations, with primary ownership of balance sheet account governance. This role drives the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of balance sheet reconciliations and close deliverables in accordance with US GAAP and company accounting policies.

This role provides corporate financial reporting, analytics, and governance for Niagara Bottling’s international entities. International responsibilities include cash flow compilation, performing comparative analysis across entities, and leading alignment with finance teams to strengthen reporting consistency, transparency, and adherence to corporate standards.

Essential Functions

US Accounting Close & Balance Sheet Management

• Own and execute assigned components of the monthly close for US entities, with primary accountability for designated balance sheet accounts and related close schedules
• Prepare, review, and certify balance sheet reconciliations; ensure timely clearing of reconciling items and documentation that meets audit and control standards
• Analyze account activity, investigate variances, and proactively identify and resolve issues impacting the US general ledger
• Ensure US accounting records and close outputs comply with US GAAP, corporate accounting policies, and internal control requirements
• Lead timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end close deliverables for US operations

International Entity Reporting & Analysis

• Lead corporate reporting for international subsidiaries by establishing expectations, and review routines aligned to corporate reporting standards
• Lead alignment with regional finance teams to review reported balances, understand fluctuations, and elevate issues/risks with clear recommendations and options
• Serve as the primary liaison between US corporate accounting and international finance teams to strengthen standardization, comparability, and governance in international reporting

Cash Flow & Comparative Analysis (International Entities)

• Compile, review, and analyze international cash flow information to support corporate reporting, liquidity visibility, and management decision-making
• Perform comparative financial analysis across international entities, identifying trends, variances, and performance drivers; translate findings into concise, actionable insights
• Develop schedules, and analytical summaries that support leadership review of international financial performance

Controls, Process Improvement & Audit

• Ensure effective internal controls and documented procedures governing US close and international reporting activities.
• Identify and lead process improvements that increase close efficiency, strengthen controls, and improve data quality across US and international reporting workflows
• Coordinate and manage responses to internal and external audit requests including reconciliations, schedules, supporting documentation, and management explanations
• Drive enhancements to accounting systems, reporting tools, and close-related processes

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • 6 Years Progressive accounting experience
  • 6 Years Strong experience with US balance sheet reconciliations and monthly close
  • 6 Years Solid understanding of US GAAP

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

• Preferred Qualifications:
  • 10+ YearsExperience in international or multi-entity reporting environments
  • 10+ Years Experience working with large ERP systems (Oracle preferred)
  • 10+ Years Manufacturing or public accounting experience

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality financial reporting
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret financial data across entities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including reconciliations and comparative analysis
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a close-driven environment
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative approach when working with domestic and international stakeholders

This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

• Lead Like an Owner
  • Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
  • Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them to breakthrough strategies
  • Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
  • Building strong 6identity team that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
• InnovACT
  • Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both success and failures as learning fodder.
  • Knowing the most effective and efficient process to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Find a Way
  • Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
  • Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
  • Making sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
  • Operating effectively, even when thing are not certain or the way forward is not clear.
• Empowered to be Great
  • Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
  • Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
  • Developing people to meet both their career goals and the organization’s goals.

Education

• Minimum Required:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or other related field
• Preferred:
  • CPA or CPA-eligible

Typical Compensation Range

Pay Rate Type: Salary

$123,641.54 - $176,189.21 / Yearly

Bonus Target: 10% Annual

Benefits

Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:

Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.

• Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
• Paid parental and caregiver leaves
• Medical, including virtual care options
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings Account with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members
• Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertilitybenefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements
• Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan
• Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities
• And more!