Accounting Operations Accountant Job at PepsiCo in Chicago

Overview:

PepsiCo is a playground for curious people. We invite thinkers, doers, and changemakers to champion innovation, take calculated risks, and challenge the status quo. From executives to team members on the front lines, were excited about the future. We take chances. Together, we dare to make the world a better place.

Our associates are the magic ingredient. Each of them plays an integral role in helping create deep connections between people and our products. Think about your last group celebration: Chances are, one of our iconic brands was by your side. At PepsiCo, youre invited to be a part of a global team of innovators who make, move, and sell these productswhich are enjoyed by more than 1 billion people a day.

A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where everyones welcome. Here, you can dare to be yourself. No matter who you are or where youre from, you can influence the people around you and the world at large. By showing up, youll have the opportunity to learn, develop and grow your skills for the future. Our supportive teams can fuel your professional goals to make a global impact on people and the planet.

Join us. Dare for Better.

Responsibilities:

• Perform periodic, quarterly, and annual close tasks for areas of responsibility
• Manage Derivatives accounting process by reviewing all information received from Derivatives COE contacts and ensuring proper reflection in financial statements
• Liaise with Derivatives COE on hedge effectiveness and accounting for new programs as needed
• Compile and review quarterly Commodity and Inflation reporting for submission to PBNA/PFNA
• Maintain Prepaid Operating and Accrued Operating accounts
• Reconcile accounts on a periodic basis and prepare and present schedules on derivatives to Controller at quarterly balance sheet review meetings
• Assist in the resolution of G/L suspense postings (COPA conflicts) each period close
• Ensure SOX documentation is updated, and testing performed to enable achievement of 98% pass rate
• Complete various ad-hoc reporting, journal entries and analyses and implement new reporting and analytical processes, as needed.

Projects:

• Participate in Supply Chain finance projects as needed
• Participate in business integration/PGT projects as needed

Compensation & Benefits:

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $72,900 - $122,100 based on a full-time schedule.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills and experience will be considered in setting actual starting salary.
• Bonus based on performance and eligibility; target payout is 5% of annual salary paid out annually.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manipulate large amounts of data
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in an evolving environment
• Strong technical accounting skills (GAAP)
• Highly motivated individual capable of working independently to achieve goals
• This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.

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