Sr Financial Analyst, Accounting Policy & Strategic Initiatives

General Mills, Inc; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst within the Corporate Accounting Group to partner with GAO and cross-functional partners to support accurate financial reporting under US GAAP and SEC requirements. The role covers portfolio shaping, M&A accounting, and implementation of new guidance, with opportunities to contribute to enterprise initiatives and governance.

Applicants should have a BS in Accounting, 3+ years of experience and strong analytical skills; CPA or advanced degree

Qualifications

• B.S. in Accounting required.
• 3+ years relevant experience.
• Detail- and results-oriented with proactive, agile mindset.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work with and influence stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Aptitude for broad US GAAP subject matter, codification research, and documentation experience

Responsibilities

• Participate in technical accounting and financial reporting matters for M&A activities including review of legal agreements, compilation of purchase accounting, support of Financial Reporting or other GAO teams related to acquisition and deconsolidation accounting and reporting and support of Corporate P&A related to financial forecasting.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for M&A and related activity technical accounting and financial reporting matters, including support of any related SEC filings and/or press releases.
• Partner with both GAO teams and cross-functional business partners on the assessment of the accounting impact of new transactions and initiatives, including the accounting for business combinations, asset acquisitions, as well as implementation of new accounting and regulatory guidance.
• Advise GAO teams on complex accounting and policy questions. Support the global consultation process on inquiries, including partnership with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain our global accounting & control standards.
• Drive process improvement in our dynamic global accounting & controls environment.
• Monitor the external environment for new regulatory and accounting guidance. Support the assessment and implementation efforts for the GAO.
• Contribute to and support the quarterly SEC financial reporting 10-Q/K processes.
• Partner with GAO team members and cross-functional business partners by delivering technical accounting, consolidations, reporting, and controls guidance both on recurring and nonrecurring activities, within various subject matters.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail oriented

Results oriented

Proactive

Agile

Stakeholder influence

Education

B.S. in Accounting

CPA

Master's in Accounting

Tools

SAP

OneStream

Microsoft Excel

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next.

OVERVIEW

As a Senior Financial Analyst (SFA) in the Corporate Accounting Group with General Mills, you will partner with the Global Accounting Organization (GAO) and cross-functional business partners to support accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with US GAAP and SEC requirements.

In this role, you will support accounting and financial reporting matters related to portfolio shaping and other strategic investments to drive sustainable growth, partnering with both internal and external business partners to ensure accurate and timely financial statement reporting in accordance with US GAAP. In addition, you will also partner with GAO and cross-functional teams on accounting policy consultations, assessment and implementation of new accounting and regulatory guidance, and maintenance of global accounting and control standards.

This role offers many unique developmental opportunities, including:

• Involvement in significant enterprise initiatives in support of our Accelerate strategy to drive shareholder value.
• Support the assessment and adoption of FASB Accounting Standard Updates and other evolving regulatory requirements. This includes significant partnership with various GAO and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely adoption of guidance on a global basis.
• Involvement in technical accounting and financial reporting matters related to M&A activities, corporate investments, and strategic investments.
• Build significant cross-functional relationships through day-to-day and project-based interactions with internal and external business partners, while supporting enterprise portfolio shaping objectives.
• Build project management skills through ownership of accounting and financial reporting work plans for M&A and related activities.
• Deepen accounting and reporting technical expertise related to multiple US GAAP subject matters as well as SEC financial reporting requirements.
• undefined Enablers for success in this role include the ability to work proactively, exhibit high situational agility, communicate complex information concisively, maintain a high attention to detail, partner for impact with multiple internal and external business partners, demonstrate strong technical accounting and financial acumen, and commit to governance and process excellence.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Participate in technical accounting and financial reporting matters for M&A activities including review of legal agreements, compilation of purchase accounting, support of Financial Reporting or other GAO teams related to acquisition and deconsolidation accounting and reporting and support of Corporate P&A related to financial forecasting.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for M&A and related activity technical accounting and financial reporting matters, including support of any related SEC filings and/or press releases.
• Partner with both GAO teams and cross-functional business partners on the assessment of the accounting impact of new transactions and initiatives, including the accounting for business combinations, asset acquisitions, as well as implementation of new accounting and regulatory guidance.
• Advise GAO teams on complex accounting and policy questions. Support the global consultation process on inquiries, including partnership with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain our global accounting & control standards.
• Drive process improvement in our dynamic global accounting & controls environment.
• Monitor the external environment for new regulatory and accounting guidance. Support the assessment and implementation efforts for the GAO.
• Contribute to and support the quarterly SEC financial reporting 10-Q/K processes.
• Partner with GAO team members and cross-functional business partners by delivering technical accounting, consolidations, reporting, and controls guidance both on recurring and nonrecurring activities, within various subject matters.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. in Accounting
• 3+ years relevant experience
• Detailed-oriented, results-oriented, proactive, agile
• Strong organizational skills
• Process and process improvement driven mindset
• Ability to work with and influence different stakeholders
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
• Aptitude for broad US GAAP subject matter, codification research, and documentation experience
• Ability to work independently

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• CPA
• Master's in Accounting
• Big Four public accounting firm experience
• Working knowledge of SAP and OneStream
• SEC filing experience
• Experience with the implementation of new accounting standards
• M&A-related accounting, financial reporting, or audit experience

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

• International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered
• Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas

SALARY RANGE

The salary range for this position is:

$82,400 - $123,800 Annual

At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUEST

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