What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accounting Manager position at Ethos Pet Brands?
Ethos Pet Brands is the parent company of Natural Balance® and Canidae® pet brands. By joining forces under Ethos Pet Brands, these premium pet food brands strengthen their commitment to delivering the highest quality nutrition. We believe in the power of strong brands to connect with pet parents and create meaningful experiences. As an Associate Brand Manager, you'll play a crucial role in driving our brand strategies, building customer loyalty, and contributing to the overall success of our company.
Company Overview : Ethos Pet Brands is the parent company of Natural Balance® and Canidae® pet brands. By joining forces under Ethos Pet Brands, these premium pet food brands strengthen their commitment to delivering the highest quality nutrition. We believe in the power of strong brands to connect with pet parents and create meaningful experiences.
The Senior Accounting Manager will work remotely, report to the Corporate Controller and manage one direct report Senior Accountant. The key responsibilities and duties of this position include, but are not limited to :
- Manage the monthly financial close process, ensuring all costs incurred are properly recorded, preparation and review of journal entries, account balance reconciliations, and management report preparation
- Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and operational strategies, including process and system enhancements
- Participate in strategic financial projects, including ERP integration and phase-two implementation
- Partner with Controller and collaborate with external auditors to ensure successful audit results and compliance
- Collaborate across all levels of the organization to produce timely and accurate month-end close processes, internal management reports, and annual financial reports
- Maintain and optimize the chart of accounts hierarchy and scalability, ensuring accuracy in the general ledger and financial statements
- Stay informed of statutory accounting practices and regulatory guidance, ensuring correct application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Recommend and implement changes to policies and procedures as needed to enhance efficiency and ensure compliance
- Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal controls to prevent fraud and ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting
- Prepare detailed journal entries, account analyses, and variance explanations against budgets
- Support tax return preparation through the compilation of necessary information
- Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial and accounting processes
- Represent the company professionally, delivering exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders
- Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned
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Ethos is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.