The Garden Segment is hiring a Sr. Accountant on the Accounting team based in Atlanta, GA. This position will be responsible for general ledger and month end responsibilities which include, but are not limited to, preparing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations as well as assisting with internal and external financial reporting; interfacing with external auditors, Corporate accounting and Garden business unit personnel; and assisting with Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and financial statement disclosures for SEC filings. 

MEASURES OF SUCCESS

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual journal entries and support for non-recurring accounting transactions, including intercompany transactions
• Prepare account reconciliations and complete analytical reviews of balance sheet and income statement accounts to ensure the accuracy and validity of transactions
• Provide support and guidance to the Business Unit Operations and the Finance team
• Prepare special projects as requested by management
• Provide support in both the external and SOX audits
• Assist with establishing, implementing, and documenting policies and procedures
• Assist in the preparation of 10Q and 10K schedules
• Provide support in the budget/forecast process

IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA a plus
• G/L and Cost Accounting experience required
• 3 years’ experience in general accounting; manufacturing industry or CPG company a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (Pivot tables and VLOOKUP’s), SAP or comparable ERP system strongly preferred, Hyperion a plus
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to handle a variety of tasks as well as problem solve with the ability to work independently
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• High customer service orientation
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to travel between company locations (10% travel required)
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

At Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ: CENT and CENTA), we believe home is at the center of our lives, and our employees are driven by our purpose to nurture happy and healthy homes. Our company is made up of thousands of people across North America, with an emerging footprint across the U.K., Mexico, China, and Canada - all dedicated to helping gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. We are united by our mission to lead the future of the garden and pet industries…one blade of grass and one wagging tail at a time. Visit our website at 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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