Senior Accountant, Marketing Accounting

Job Description

Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits* and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7% 401(k) matching, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus. *Benefits begin 30 days after hire for hourly employees, and immediately upon hire for salaried employees. Get a peek into life here at Kraft Heinz through our Instagram and TikTok channels!

Senior Accountant, Marketing Accounting at a Glance….

Our Marketing Accounting team is looking for a Senior Accountant to assist with the monthly financial statement close process and transaction processing of marketing related expenses for all of the US business units. As a Senior Accountant, you will perform monthly reporting tasks while serving as a key partner with Business Unit Marketing & Finance teams to ensure timely and proper recognition of marketing spend. You will also help ensure the appropriate execution of internal controls and policy/procedures governing operational and transactional accounting.

What’s on the menu?

• Partner with BU Marketing, BU Finance and Marketing Spend Coordinators to ensure successful processing of marketing purchase orders and invoices.
• Perform various tasks to support month end close which includes, entering marketing transactions as well as preparing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Perform quarterly accrual analysis to reduce over-accruals and calculate prior year accrual releases to the P&L.
• Support all financial related audits including compliance, client, internal and external audits and SOX
• Assist with the development of new processes, systems and/or policies (from an accounting/controls perspective) as needed by the business to support growth, business change, and/or “continuous improvement” initiatives
• Document and provide process improvement ideas related to accounting processes and procedures within the marketing department

Recipe for Success – apply now if this sounds like you!

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA a plus
• Able to bridge communication across different towers (accounts payable, marketing, finance, & accounting)
• Minimum 2 years of general accounting experience in a complex environment
• Public accounting experience with a Big 4 or large regional firm a plus
• SAP or Ariba experience a plus
• Superior written and oral communication skills
• Ability to produce high quality work in ambiguous environments, analytically interpret financial information and improve business processes
• Highly conscientious and proactively seeks to add value
• Optimistic attitude and creative problem solver
• Advanced abilities in Excel and PowerPoint
• Technology savvy with demonstrated ability to learn systems and processes quickly

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range

$88,000.00 - $110,000.00

Bonus This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Benefits Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Chicago/Aon Center

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.