Finance Manager - Technical Accounting

FINANCE MANAGER – TECHNICAL ACCOUNTING

Hormel Foods Corporation

ABOUT HORMEL FOODS — Inspired People. Inspired Food.™

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with approximately $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include Planters®, Skippy®, SPAM®, Hormel® Natural Choice®, Applegate®, Justin’s®, Wholly®, Hormel® Black Label®, Columbus®, Jennie-O® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World’s Best Companies, and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement — Inspired People. Inspired Food.™ — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit www.hormelfoods.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

As a part of the Financial Accounting and Reporting team, you will play a critical role in protecting Hormel’s strong reputation and history of success by ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and relevance of financial reporting both internally and externally. The Finance Manager – Technical Accounting is responsible for researching and analyzing complex accounting and disclosure matters, strategically developing recommendations, analyzing financial data, and assisting with the preparation of SEC filings. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate and contribute in a dynamic and fast-paced financial reporting environment. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a solid background in technical accounting who exhibits advanced analytical, decision-making, and leadership capabilities.

This position reports to the Director of Financial Reporting.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research and interpret complex accounting topics as guidance and business needs change. Recognize implications, identify best practices, develop, document, and present recommendations to senior leadership.
• Remain current with changes in GAAP, FASB, and SEC requirements, proactively communicating relevant changes and implications to the organization to ensure compliance and adherence to relevant guidelines.
• Assist with the maintenance of Company accounting policies, revising existing policies, and establishing new policies as needed.
• Assist with preparation, review, audit, and filing of external filings with the SEC (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K).
• Collaborate with experts throughout the Company on accounting and reporting topics including FP&A, investor relations, human resources, supply chain, and others.
• Perform financial analysis and provide insights for management as requested.
• Proactively identify opportunities and drive change in support of continuous improvement.
• Work closely with the internal controls team and internal/external auditors as needed.
• Continuously uphold professionalism, strong ethical character, and discretion with sensitive information.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• CPA certification, active status preferred.
• 7 years accounting experience.
• Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements and SEC filings.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and SEC regulations.
• Demonstrated pattern of initiative and leadership.
• Analytical and decision-making skills, including the ability to research and interpret accounting guidance and form recommendations.
• Well-developed project management skills.
• Intellectual curiosity and resourcefulness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small, tightly knit team on complex issues.
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate complex topics to stakeholders with varying levels of subject matter experience.
• Ability to work with all levels of the organization.
• Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States.
• Applicants must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Preferred

• Blend of public and private accounting experience working with SEC registrants.
• Understanding of operational and financial complexities associated with consumer goods or manufacturing companies.
• Experience leading the adoption of new accounting standards.
• Familiarity with Workiva Wdesk.

LOCATION:

Austin, MN

At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for this role is between $107,500 - $150,500 per year, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location.

Other components of Hormel Foods’ total compensation package includes comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses and profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, paid vacation, FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more.

For immediate consideration, apply online at: www.hormelfoods.com/careers

At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.