What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at Central Garden & Pet?
Description
Our Garden Segment is searching for an Accounting Manager in our Madison, GA location. This position reports to the Garden Controller and is responsible for all accounting functions including maintaining subsidiary and general ledgers, auditing and internal controls, analyzing financial position, preparing budgets, recording fixed assets, reconciling accounting records, reviewing journal payment vouchers, preparing tax returns, other related accounting work, and managing a team of Accountants.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for month-end financial close process, including preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements, GL account analysis, and sales and margin reporting
- Responsible for review and approval of journal entries and account reconciliations
- Manage internal and external auditors and associated schedules
- Lead and influence team to foster environment of continuous improvement
- Manage and ensure development of an assigned team of Accountants and Senior Accountants
- Assist with the preparation of monthly / yearly closings and associated reporting requirements
- Lead other process improvement projects as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ : CENT) (NASDAQ : CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2023 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, K&H®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,700 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more.
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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