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Accounting Manager

Central Garden & Pet

Gibsonton, FL

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Accounting, Analysis Skills, Budgeting, Cellular Telephone, Dental Insurance, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Flexible Spending Accounts, Forecasting, Interpersonal Skills, Journal Entries, Logistics, Manufacturing, Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft Dynamics GP (fka Great Plains Dynamics), Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Online Courses, People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Property Tax, Reconciliation, Reporting Skills, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Sales Tax, Tax Returns, Team Player, Time Management, Value-Added Tax (VAT), Vision Plan
LOCATION
Gibsonton, FL
POSTED
6 days ago

Description

We are searching for an Accounting Manager to join the Accounting team based in Gibsonton, FL. This position is responsible for financial reporting of company results, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations and financial statements.  The position also includes work that analyzes and evaluates the monthly financial results compared to the company’s budget and forecast. 
 
MEASURES OF SUCCESS 
  • Produce Financial reports
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual account reconciliations and journal entries
  • Evaluate and analyze financial results
  • Advance proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel required
  • Advise on any process improvement or alternative accounting treatment
  • Participate in special projects as required by management
IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES 
  • Minimum of an Associate’s degree in Business, Accounting or Finance; Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in general accounting
  • Knowledge in preparing sales tax, GST, property tax, and business license filings.
  • Proficient in Great Plains and Microsoft Dynamics a plus
  • Able to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Capable to work independently or in teams
  • Strong skills in: Communication, Interpersonal, Problem solving, Organization and Analytical
  • Suited to work in a constant state of alertness on a variety of tasks in a safe manner
  • Supervisory experience a plus
WORKING CONDITIONS 
  • Sit at desk for long periods of time
  • Collaborate with other departments, walking between buildings when applicable
  • Hybrid working model
  • Reports to Sr. Finance Manager
  • Able to scan, file, and lift stacks of documents
BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS 
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Free Life and Disability Insurance
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
  • Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Access to thousands of free online courses
  • Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
  • Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
  • Referral Program with cash bonus
  • Access to on-demand pay
  • Paid parental leave
 
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) is a leading consumer goods company in the pet and garden industries. Guided by the belief that home is central to life, the Company's purpose is to proudly nurture happy and healthy homes. For over 45 years, its innovative and trusted solutions have helped lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a diversified portfolio of market-leading brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Best Bully Sticks®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Kaytee®, Nylabone®, Pennington®, Sevin® and Zoёcon®. With fiscal 2025 net sales of $3.1 billion, Central has strong manufacturing and logistics capabilities supported by a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. The Company is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and employs over 6,000 people, primarily across North America. Visit www.central.com to learn more.
 
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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