Accounting Manager Job at Kelly in East Hanover

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Job Title

Accounting and Shared Services Manager

Contract Duration: 5 Months (11/10/2025 – 04/30/2026)

Work Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Pay Rate: $33.57/hr

Client Summary

Global leader in the snacking industry, producing iconic brands such as Oreo, Ritz, Toblerone, and Cadbury. Operating in over 150 countries, focuses on sustainable growth, innovation, and creating moments of joy through its diverse portfolio of snacks and confections.

Candidate Summary

• Over 5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, ideally within a corporate or shared services environment.
• Strong command of U.S. GAAP/local GAAP principles with proven experience in month‑end close and financial reporting.
• Hands‑on expertise in accounting systems such as NetSuite and Tipalti, with working knowledge of FIT/HFM and SLAN tools.
• Demonstrated leadership in driving process improvement, system harmonization, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA/MBA preferred).

Job Summary

The Accounting and Shared Services Manager will oversee accounting and shared service operations, ensuring timely, accurate financial reporting and compliance with corporate accounting standards. This role involves managing monthly close activities, balance sheet reconciliations, and key accounting initiatives while leading continuous improvement projects across systems and processes. The ideal candidate brings both technical accounting knowledge and strong operational leadership.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage elements of the monthly accounting close process, ensuring accurate and timely U.S. GAAP/local GAAP reporting.
• Oversee local financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, and KPI analysis to identify trends and ensure integrity of results.
• Provide accounting insights into balance sheet movements and cash flow activities.
• Maintain a strong internal control environment and ensure compliance with Mondelez AER (Accounting, External Reporting) policies.
• Coordinate accounting services and integrate them effectively with operational needs.
• Analyze and interpret data from accounting records to support decision‑making.
• Lead and execute projects focused on process harmonization, system optimization, and continuous improvement.
• Implement new accounting guidance and system enhancements (e.g., NetSuite, Tipalti, FIT/HFM, SLAN).
• Mentor and support the Finance team to foster growth and maintain high performance.

Must‑Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or Economics.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance with increasing responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP/local GAAP.
• Proficiency in NetSuite and Tipalti tools.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and work in fast‑paced environments.

Nice‑to‑Have

• CPA or MBA qualification.
• Experience in FMCG, manufacturing, or multinational corporate settings.
• Familiarity with FIT/HFM, SLAN, or other shared service financial systems.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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