Blommer Chocolate Company · 15 hours ago
Sr. Manager of Corporate Accounting
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$155K/yr - $165K/yr
7+ years expBlommer Chocolate Company has been providing delicious, high-quality chocolate and cocoa products since 1939. They are seeking a Sr. Manager of Corporate Accounting to oversee tax compliance, financial reporting, and accounting operations while leading a team of accounting professionals.
ConsumerConsumer GoodsFood and BeverageRetail
Responsibilities
Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax filings
Coordinate with external tax advisors and auditors
Partner with tax specialists to support federal and state tax returns and tax provisions
Review tax returns and tax provisions for accuracy and completeness
Prepare local tax filings and monitor related deadlines (e.g., business license, franchise taxes)
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS
Ensure timely and accurate consolidation of financial results across business units
Support external audits by coordinating documentation and responses
Facilitate communication across plants, group companies, and external parties to ensure timely and accurate reporting
Prepare financial statements and footnotes in compliance with GAAP
Conduct ad‑hoc financial analyses and summarize findings for stakeholders
Support Internal Control teams in identifying risks, performing walkthroughs, and implementing improvements for J‑SOX compliance
Collaborate with plant teams to ensure timely issuance of internal control audit reports
Oversee general ledger activities, including account reconciliations and month‑end/quarter‑end close processes
Maintain and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets
Monitor compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures
Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff through coaching and performance feedback
Collaborate across departments to ensure accurate financial and tax data flow
Provide training on new accounting guidance and parent‑company instructions
Assist the Controller with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting and supporting documents
Qualification
Required
Minimum seven (7+) years of accounting and/or tax experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience in tax, accounting, and financial analysis
Ability to conduct and apply research on accounting and tax guidance
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Ability to identify, communicate, escalate, and resolve issues effectively
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field
Preferred
Professional certifications (CPA, CMA, CGMA, PMP, etc.) strongly preferred
Knowledge of commodities and hedging is a plus
Benefits
Health, Dental & Vision- eligibility begins day 1 of hire!
401(K)
Pet insurance
Tuition reimbursement
10 pounds of free chocolate for your birthday
Company
Blommer Chocolate Company
Blommer Chocolate Company is a consumer goods company that processes chocolate ingredients.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-11-19Acquired
Leadership Team
Ben De Schryver
Senior Vice President of Procurement and Sustainability
Recent News
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