Work Location: ​Chicago​

Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives.

Want to make an impact?

Ways you will make a difference

• Assist with the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting and consolidation cycles for all Ferrara entities worldwide
• Prepare each segment's Profit & Loss (P&L) statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
• Prepare and review quarterly reporting unit analytics to evaluate financial performance, identify trends and variances, and ensure accuracy and compliance with financial reporting requirements.
• Assist with the annual audit process under US GAAP and IFRS, including preparation of the annual financial statements and related footnotes
• Research and assess technical accounting matters and new accounting standards
• Support ad-hoc financial reporting projects, such as M&A activities and enhancement of financial reporting tools
• Responsible for the execution of month end close steps including journal entries and reconciliations

Skills that will make you successful

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial transactions
• Strong work ethic with a high sense of urgency, accountability, and initiative
• Detail oriented, problem solver who can work in a fast-paced environment
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Positive attitude with intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn
• Comfortable with ambiguity

Experiences that will support your success

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
• 1-2 years of accounting experience, preferably in financial reporting and/or technical accounting
• U.S. GAAP and IFRS experience preferred
• Experience with a consolidation system such as Oracle FCCS, HFM, or OneStream preferred
• High proficiency in MS Excel and Office Suite

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits athttps://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $71,100- $99,540 annually.