Job Description
About Ingredion:
Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.
Location: Westchester, IL
Workplace Type: Hybrid
The Senior Accountant of Financial Reporting will be responsible for preparation of external financial reporting including quarterly 10Q, annual 10K filings, and related press releases. In addition, will also prepare monthly internal management reports, assist with month-end close processes, research accounting pronouncements and document conclusions, and work in various complex accounting areas. This person will be a key resource for various corporate departments and global affiliates on US GAAP guidance and accounting conclusions. This role will report to our Senior Manager, Corporate Financial Reporting.
What you will do:
Assist in the preparation of the quarterly external financial statements to ensure disclosures are complete and accurate, including the Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Statement of Equity and Statement of Cash Flows
Prepare monthly internal management flash reports
Assist in the monthly close process by preparing monthly journal entries, including preparation of account reconciliations and other supporting schedules
Perform and document Ingredion’s annual goodwill and intangible impairment testing procedures
Rollforward quarterly financial statements in Workiva
Research new accounting pronouncements and document how these will impact Ingredion
Research SEC and US GAAP guidance including performing peer research for various disclosures as necessary
Work with auditors to answer questions and resolve questions
Monthly/quarterly analytics over the financial statements
Prioritize projects in order to meet deadlines; ability to coordinate multiple aspects of key financial reporting deliverables in a timely fashion
Assist with ad hoc accounting requests, as needed
Agility and Innovation
Assist in the development and implementation of processes and procedures to ensure all required reporting is timely and accurate
Work to continually improve efficiency of internal processes and update procedural documentation, as needed
Position, at times while limited, may require overtime and weekend work
Relationships and People
Develop and maintain relationships with third party consultants, external auditors, business partners across the company, including affiliate finance personnel, Corporate FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Global Shared Services and KPMG
Work with accounting personnel from domestic and foreign affiliates to resolve issues in a timely manner
Train and develop new staff in the department, as needed
What you will bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
CPA preferred
Big 4 audit experience preferred
SEC reporting
3-5 years of experience in accounting related role with financial reporting experience
Significant relevant experience in fast paced accounting department
Demonstrated ability to prepare and analyze financial statements
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office
Experience with SAP and BPC a plus
Experience with Workiva a plus
Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.
Location: Westchester, IL
Workplace Type: Hybrid
The Senior Accountant of Financial Reporting will be responsible for preparation of external financial reporting including quarterly 10Q, annual 10K filings, and related press releases. In addition, will also prepare monthly internal management reports, assist with month-end close processes, research accounting pronouncements and document conclusions, and work in various complex accounting areas. This person will be a key resource for various corporate departments and global affiliates on US GAAP guidance and accounting conclusions. This role will report to our Senior Manager, Corporate Financial Reporting.
What you will do:
Assist in the preparation of the quarterly external financial statements to ensure disclosures are complete and accurate, including the Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Statement of Equity and Statement of Cash Flows
Prepare monthly internal management flash reports
Assist in the monthly close process by preparing monthly journal entries, including preparation of account reconciliations and other supporting schedules
Perform and document Ingredion’s annual goodwill and intangible impairment testing procedures
Rollforward quarterly financial statements in Workiva
Research new accounting pronouncements and document how these will impact Ingredion
Research SEC and US GAAP guidance including performing peer research for various disclosures as necessary
Work with auditors to answer questions and resolve questions
Monthly/quarterly analytics over the financial statements
Prioritize projects in order to meet deadlines; ability to coordinate multiple aspects of key financial reporting deliverables in a timely fashion
Assist with ad hoc accounting requests, as needed
Agility and Innovation
Assist in the development and implementation of processes and procedures to ensure all required reporting is timely and accurate
Work to continually improve efficiency of internal processes and update procedural documentation, as needed
Position, at times while limited, may require overtime and weekend work
Relationships and People
Develop and maintain relationships with third party consultants, external auditors, business partners across the company, including affiliate finance personnel, Corporate FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Global Shared Services and KPMG
Work with accounting personnel from domestic and foreign affiliates to resolve issues in a timely manner
Train and develop new staff in the department, as needed
What you will bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
CPA preferred
Big 4 audit experience preferred
SEC reporting
3-5 years of experience in accounting related role with financial reporting experience
Significant relevant experience in fast paced accounting department
Demonstrated ability to prepare and analyze financial statements
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office
Experience with SAP and BPC a plus
Experience with Workiva a plus
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
