Associate Financial Analyst - Accounting

Company: Conagra Brands
Location: Omaha
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

Job SummaryPerforms analyses and reporting for assigned financial area under general supervision. Assists in other financial research projects and analysis of business operations. Utilizes sound knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), creating/uploading journal entries, distributing routine financial reports, maintaining/updating monthly accounting schedules.
Minimum 1 year related experience.Position ResponsibilitiesProvide support for internal and external financial statement in compliance with GAAP and/or other regulatory requirementsParticipate in period-end close activities to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks, including identification and resolution of unusual items and issues in a timely and accurate mannerCreate and maintain monthly accounting schedules as support for the balance sheet account reconciliations and financial audits, including timely resolution of reconciliation itemsPrepare balance sheet account reconciliationsPerform general accounting activities in the SAP general ledger, which includes preparing and uploading journal entries, and use of Cadency accounting software.Distribute routinely generated financial accounting reportsParticipate in special projects involving general accounting, such as mergers/acquisitions, FASB updates, business partner requests and system conversionsEffectively respond to information requests from external/internal customersEffectively communicate information impacting both internal and external customersExercise judgment in financial, operations, or transactional analysis to identify and help resolve issuesAssist with evaluating effectiveness of processes, procedures, and control environment and develop improvements as neededDocument processes (e.g. desk procedures) and recommend process improvementsAlert management of situations that may materially affect the company's overall financial conditionPerform accounting related tasks for assigned area (examples include inventory, transportation, payroll)Position QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required1+ years of professional experience in public accounting, corporate accounting, etc.Ability to research and reconcile multiple accounts with minimal supervisionStrong PC skills (specifically MS Excel)Experience with SAP preferredExperience with database a plusDemonstrated analytical, time management, interpersonal, change management and communication skillsAbility to deal with ambiguity, change and a dynamic business environmentOur Modern Workplace:Conagra's culture of collaboration enhances our ability to meet critical business goals, deliver value to customers and consumers and provide you with the flexibility you need to achieve a better work-life balance. We carefully consider each role and how often each team member needs to collaborate in-person. This position requires you work from our Omaha office 2 days a week.Our Benefits:We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insuranceWealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase planGrowth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiencesBalance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)Our Company:Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that's passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye -, Marie Callender's -, Banquet -, Healthy Choice -, Slim Jim -, Reddi-wip -, and Vlasic -, and emerging brands, including Angie's - BOOMCHICKAPOP -, Duke's -, Earth Balance -, Gardein -, and Frontera -.We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit www.conagrabrands.com.Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law.

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