Accountant - Costing & Internal Auditing

McKee Foods; Collegedale (TN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Profit sharing

401(k) with matching contributions

25 days PTO

Medical insurance (health, dental, vis

Parental leave

Wellness programs

EAP

Job summary

McKee Foods is seeking an Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team in Collegedale, TN. This role balances cost accounting with internal auditing and reports to the Controller.

You will partner with senior staff to improve cost procedures, analyze variances, and ensure accurate allocations while coordinating with external auditors to strengthen controls and compliance.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of related experience in financial or internal auditing, accounting, or cost analysis.
• Understanding of cost accounting principles, procedures, cost allocation techniques, and variance analysis.
• Experience in internal auditing standards, internal control frameworks, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ability to review complex systems, financial transactions, and cost data to identify discrepancies, risks, and process improvements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to prepare audit reports and collaborate across departments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and curiosity about business operations, management decision making, and process improvement.
• Proficiency in financial/accounting systems and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Execute Cost Procedures: Determine and implement cost accounting methods, practices, and allocation techniques across products and departments.
• Analyze Financial Data: Prepare cost reports, examine unusual cost records, and perform variance analyses to support cost management.
• Collaborate on Costing: Partner closely with the senior lead cost accountant to plan and complete complex cost accounting tasks.
• Engage Across Departments: Work with manufacturing, engineering, planning & order fulfillment, logistics, and marketing to drive good decisions.
• Conduct Internal Audits: Review financial transactions, systems, and documentation according to auditing standards and governance frameworks.
• Evaluate Controls & Risks: Assess internal processes and financial records to identify issues and gaps.
• Report Recommendations: Draft clear audit reports and recommendations to guide risk mitigation.
• Support External Audits: Coordinate documentation and prepare reports for external auditors and regulatory bodies.
• Uphold Safety & Compliance: Maintain attendance and follow policies, promoting safety.

Skills

Cost accounting

Variance analysis

Internal auditing

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Google Workspace

Financial systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

Join America's favorite family bakery since 1934-home of Little Debbie®, Drake's® Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery® Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You'll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, you'll discover a better way to live and work.

Pay Salaried grade 8 or 10 $79,500 - $105,900 / year, depending on experience and qualifications. Actual salaries may vary and in some cases may be higher with extensive experience and strong performance.

Exempt Schedule 1st Shift (Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) Hybrid with minimum three days on-site per week.

Location 10260 McKee Road, Collegedale TN 37315.

Job Summary

McKee Foods is seeking an Accountant to join our Corporate Accounting team. The Accounting - Costing and Internal Audit role is a dynamic position that balances cost accounting with hands-on internal auditing. Reporting to the Controller, you'll partner with the senior lead cost accountant to maintain and improve cost procedures, analyze variances, and ensure accurate product and department allocations. On the auditing side, you'll coordinate with external auditors to regularly evaluate key internal controls, review and improve internal controls documentation, describe and estimate potential financial and operational risks, and draft actionable recommendations to maintain compliance and operational effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Execute Cost Procedures: Determine and implement cost accounting methods, practices, and allocation techniques across products and departments.
• Analyze Financial Data: Prepare cost reports, examine unusual cost records, and perform variance analyses to support cost management.
• Collaborate on Costing: Partner closely with the senior lead cost accountant to plan and complete complex cost accounting tasks.
• Engage Across Departments: Work with individuals in manufacturing, engineering, planning & order fulfillment, logistics, and marketing, providing accurate and useful information to help drive good business decisions.
• Conduct Internal Audits: Review financial transactions, systems, and documentation according to auditing standards and governance frameworks.
• Evaluate Controls & Risks: Assess internal processes and financial records to identify operational issues, compliance risks, and control gaps.
• Report Recommendations: Draft clear, actionable audit reports and recommendations to guide risk mitigation and process improvements.
• Support External Audits: Coordinate documentation and prepare reports for external auditors and regulatory bodies.
• Uphold Safety & Compliance: Maintain strong attendance, follow company policies, and demonstrate a commitment to workplace and product safety.

Required Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3 or more years of related experience in financial or internal auditing, accounting, or cost analysis.
• Understanding of cost accounting principles, procedures, cost allocation techniques, and variance analysis.
• Experience in internal auditing standards, internal control frameworks, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ability to review complex systems, financial transactions, and cost data to identify discrepancies, risks, and process improvements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to prepare audit reports and collaborate across departments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and curiosity about business operations, management decision making, and process improvement.
• Proficiency in financial/accounting systems and Google Workspace.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, CMA, or CIA designation.
• Proficiency with data analytics or visualization tools like Power BI, Tableau, or advanced Excel (macros, SQL).
• Proven ability to work effectively across operational, supply chain, and plant operations teams.

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay.
• Profit-sharing cash bonus program.
• 401(k) with matching contributions.
• 25 days Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.).
• Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan.
• Supplemental plans, including life insurance.
• Fully-paid parental leave.
• Health Center and Pharmacy.
• Mental wellness counseling (on-site in TN, virtual elsewhere).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Credit Union.
• Exercise and recreation facility.
• Wellness programs with incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits (company-paid).

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

About Us

McKee Foods Corporation is best known for our line of Little Debbie® snack cakes, America's leading snack cake brand. At McKee Foods, we are committed to providing consumers with quality products at an excellent value. We hope you enjoy your time browsing our website and find helpful information about our company.