Senior Accountant, Lease & Debt Accounting

Job Description

Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits* and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7% 401(k) matching, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus.  *Benefits begin 30 days after hire for hourly employees, and immediately upon hire for salaried employees.    Get a peek into life here at Kraft Heinz through our Instagram and TikTok channels!

Senior Accountant, Lease & Debt Accounting at a Glance….
This Senior Accountant will play a critical role in the accounting and reporting of Kraft Heinz lease and debt obligations and in the accounting for various investments. The person in this role will be responsible for managing the daily, monthly, and quarterly accounting tasks associated with the above-mentioned areas, from recording journal entries to preparing disclosures for external reporting.  This position will interact with Treasury, Financial Planning & Analysis, Business Units, Procurement, external auditors, and other external service providers.  This position will perform technical accounting and SEC research to provide management with timely information for decision-making and analysis.  The position will also assist in other significant projects, which vary based on the Company’s business transactions and priorities (e.g., acquisitions, divestitures, new policies, new types of transactions, training initiatives, benchmarking, etc.)

What’s on the menu?

• Accounting and reporting of lease activity using the Company’s lease accounting system
• Reviewing and assessing contracts for lease identification and associated accounting implications
• Reviewing, analyzing, and accounting for global external debt activity, including debt issuance, modification, and extinguishment
• Analyzing monthly external investment reporting from third party banks and preparing accounting entries to report the current period activity
• Partnering with procurement, treasury, and various business stakeholders in support of all leasing, debt, and investment activity
• Maintaining and performing SOX controls aligned with the leasing, debt, and investing processes
• Preparing required disclosures to support SEC filings
• Researching technical accounting matters and preparation of accounting memos
• Working with external auditors
• Assisting in significant projects related to M&A activity, financing transactions, financial system implementations, and other ad-hoc items

Recipe for Success – apply now if this sounds like you!

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA is preferred
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SEC rules and regulations
• 2+ years of experience in accounting, audit, or finance role. Previous lease, debt, or investment accounting experience is a plus
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects, while effectively operating in a fast-paced, complex global organization with shifting schedules and priorities
• Experience with SAP and Hyperion Financial Management is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict management skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work efficiently and achieve results, while maintaining high quality deliverables
• Excellent analytical, teamwork, customer service, and leadership skills

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:

$88,000.00 – $110,000.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical – Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments

• Social – Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training

• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Chicago/Aon Center

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.