Technical Accounting Associate Manager

PepsiCo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

PepsiCo, a leading global food and beverage company, seeks an experienced accounting professional in New York to drive technical accounting compliance and reporting for SEC filings. The role involves advising control teams, maintaining policies, and coordinating with external auditors.

The ideal candidate holds a CPA, has 5+ years of relevant experience, and can navigate US GAAP in a multinational environment. A comprehensive benefits program accompanies the salary package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or similar field.
• CPA certification is required.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Ability to research and interpret technical areas of US GAAP.
• This position requires indefinite right to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Research accounting policy questions and assist in providing accounting guidance to divisions and Corporate functions.
• Assist in preparation of Form 10-K and Forms 10-Q for filing with the SEC.
• Prepare assigned footnotes and related supporting work-papers including fluctuation analyses of key accounts.
• Coordinate with PepsiCo's external auditors on technical accounting matters.
• Manage internal representation letter process in Workiva with divisions and global functions.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Technical research

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA certification

Job description

Overview

At PepsiCo, you’ll discover a place where our mission is to create smiles around the world. With a portfolio of more than 500 beloved brands including, Gatorade, Lay’s and Quaker, our work touches millions of people every day.

At the heart of the company is a team of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers who collaborate to innovate and turn ideas into action. Driven by innovation and a focus on creating joyful moments through food and drinks, our decisions are guided by consumer centricity, creating opportunities for our associates to do meaningful work and make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Whatever your role, you’ll be part of a global community that values your ideas and empowers you to make an impact, on your career and on the world around you.

In this role, you will be responsible for certain elements of PepsiCo technical accounting compliance. This includes staying updated on new standards and maintaining PEP policies, providing technical accounting guidance to Control teams globally, executing management representation letters, and preparing elements for SEC filings and Audit Committee meetings.

Responsibilities

Accounting Guidance

• Research accounting policy questions and assist in providing accounting guidance and advice to divisions and Corporate functions
• Assist in monitoring standards setting process and in implementing new accounting requirements
• PepsiCo accounting policies:
  • Assist in updating/developing policies
  • Assist in monitoring policy exceptions
  • Assist in maintaining policy website
• Survey best practices

Financial Reporting and Related Financial Control

• Assist in preparation of Form 10-K and Forms 10-Q for filing with the SEC
• Prepare assigned footnotes and related supporting work-papers including fluctuation analyses of key accounts
• Prepare disclosure checklist for assigned disclosures
• Maintain and apply related internal controls
• Prepare the quarterly Summary of Unrecorded Amounts (SAB 108 analysis)
• Compile, understand and analyze drivers and impact of SAB 108 items on PepsiCo's consolidated financial statements using the roll-over and iron-curtain methods
• Prepare the quarterly contingency analysis
• Assisting in coordinating with PepsiCo's external auditors on technical accounting matters
• Manage PepsiCo's internal representation letter process in Workiva
  • Coordination with divisions and other global functions
  • Appropriately drafting issues in representation letters
• Assist in reviewing CA Rs and advising/documenting appropriate accounting treatment
• Assist in preparing November Audit Committee materials

System Economics and Business Fundamentals

• Perform peer group benchmarking and analyze and present results

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $93,500 - $156,450.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 10% 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

Minimum Qualification:

• Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or similar field
• CPA required
• 5+ years of related experience
• Ability to research and interpret technical areas of US GAAP
• This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United State

Preferred Qualifications:

• Public accounting experience with Big 4 firm strongly preferred
• Understanding of financial accounting policies, controls and procedures followed by organization
• Agility with ability to lead and manage change seamlessly
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities
• Critical thinking and analytical ability
• Flexible, creative, resourceful, self-motivated with desire for self-improvement

EEO Statement

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, 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 / Age. 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. Please view our Pay Transparency Statement.