Position Summary:The Senior Manager of Accounting at Calbee America is both a strategic thought partner and a hands-on leader, responsible for safeguarding the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of our financial operations. In this high-impact role, you'll oversee monthly close, financial reporting, cost accounting, tax reporting/filing, and internal controls-while driving continuous improvement and scaling processes to match our fast-growing U.S. snack business.
You'll collaborate daily with operations, supply chain, tax, and corporate planning teams, providing financial insights that shape decision-making across the organization. The right candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with practical experience in manufacturing, CPG, or food production and thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead & Execute: Direct month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to deliver timely and accurate financial results.
- Technical Oversight: Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and serve as the go-to expert on complex accounting issues, new pronouncements, and company policies.
- Manufacturing & Cost Accounting: Oversee cost accounting processes, project accounting, and payroll accounting, supporting operational and production teams with actionable financial insights.
- People Leadership: Manage, coach, and develop the accounting team (currently site accountant), fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning.
- Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner closely with Corporate Planning, Tax, Operations, and Supply Chain to align financial reporting with business objectives.
- Compliance & Reporting: Ensure accurate tax filings and compliance reporting at federal, state, and local levels.
- Process Improvement: Champion automation and process optimization to enhance scalability, efficiency, and controls.
- Forward-Thinking: Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and CPG/food manufacturing best practices to proactively advise senior leadership.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master's degree preferred.
- Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required.
- 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls (SOX a plus), and tax reporting/filing.
- Experience in manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or food production industries highly preferred.
- Exposure to cost accounting, project accounting, and payroll accounting strongly valued.
- Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Proven ability to build and lead teams, manage projects, and partner effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.
- High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail; thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
