Sr. Manager, Accounting

BUILT ON FLAVOR. FUELED BY PEOPLE.

Whats it like to work at Kinders Well theres a lot of snacking and geeking out over what we all cooked over the weekend. Beyond that theres also plenty of hard work. Because we dont just like flavor were obsessed with it.

With over 100 products sold nationwide were now a top-five brand in multiple flavor categories at Costco Walmart Whole Foods and more. Were not your typical CPG company. Privately held and founder-led we like to think of ourselves as a pirate ship in a sea of cruise ships. Our crew is adventurous and fearless. We chart our own course and chase big ideas to make food unforgettable.

As we expand globally and approach $1 billion in revenue we need more smart-and-scrappy flavor-obsessed people to come aboard. If youre looking for a place where you can see the real impact of your work... this is it!Every day youll be part of a journey to add flavor to millions of meals and lives.

About the Role

The Sr. Manager Accounting is a key leader within Kinders Finance organization responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy integrity and timeliness of financial reporting. This role leads core general accounting processes including month-end close balance sheet integrity and income statement accuracy while guiding a team to deliver against critical deadlines.

This leader will operate at the intersection of execution and insightdriving to strengthen internal controls and partnering cross-functionally to support a high-growth fast-paced CPG environment. The role also plays a meaningful part in audit readiness financial analysis and continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Owning the Numbers (Accuracy & Execution)

• Lead the monthly and annual close processes ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and income statement analysis
• Oversee general accounting activities ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Support inventory and fixed asset accounting processes
• Support all internal and external reporting processes as they arise

Lead Core Accounting Operations

• Assists in overseeing order to cash and procure to pay functions to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Assists in overseeing Trade accrual reporting and compliance
• Provide oversight and support for payroll accounting activities as needed
• Ensure operational excellence across all day-to-day accounting workflows

Strengthen Controls & Compliance

• Assist in the creation and maintenance of internal controls and accounting policies
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and company standards
• Support audit readiness and respond to internal and external audit requests

Partner Across our Business

• Collaborate with HR Operations and other cross-functional teams to align financial activities
• Support financial planning efforts and contribute to broader business strategy discussions
• Serve as a trusted partner to leadership on financial performance and risks

Lead & Develop the Team

• Supervise and develop accounting team members driving accountability and performance
• Create clarity around priorities timelines and expectations in a fast-paced environment
• Foster a culture of accuracy ownership and continuous improvement

Skills & Experience

• 5 years of progressive accounting experience including leadership or supervisory responsibility
• Strong foundation in general accounting financial reporting and close processes
• Experience in public accounting and/or CPA certification strongly preferred
• CPG or high-growth environment experience is a plus

Technical Capability

• Proficiency in large and complex ERP systems (e.g. SAP)
• Advanced Excel skills and strong financial analysis capabilities
• Deep understanding of balance sheet reconciliations account analysis and accounting workflows

Leadership & Mindset

• Detail-oriented with a high standard for accuracy and accountability
• Strong analytical thinker with the ability to translate data into insight
• Effective communicator and cross-functional partner
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight deadlines
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced evolving environment

Pay Transparency

The expected starting salary range for this role is $160000- $180000 per year. The salary range posted for this role reflects the good-faith base pay range Kinders reasonably expects to offer at the time of posting and may vary based on the location of the role. Individual compensation within the posted range will be determined based on factors such as relevant education experience qualifications skills and business needs.

SEASONED FOR SUCCESS:

• No two days here are the same.
• We try to be good team members and good communicators but we dont live by hierarchy and structure everyone is a difference maker here.
• We make a lot of decisions in the face of incomplete information our team embraces ambiguity and tries to make good decisions fast rather than great decisions slow.
• We believe our job is to take smart risk not to eliminate risk.
• We believe in growing our skills and becoming a better company with more managerial expertise but we are an entrepreneurial company at heart.
• We arent trying to be average we want to do exceptional things and we are willing to work hard to achieve them.

BENEFITS THAT BRING MORE TO THE TABLE:

We offer a range of total rewards that may include paid time off 401k bonus / incentive eligibility equity grants competitive health benefits and other family-friendly benefits including parental leave. Kinders benefits vary based on eligibility and can be reviewed in more detail during the interview process.

OUR RECIPE FOR BALANCE:

We believe great culture starts with people. Were a people-first company built on connection collaboration and balance. Most of our work happens in the office to spark creativity and community but we also offer flexibility so team members have the autonomy to work outside the office when needed to support their work-life balance and personal commitments.

WHERE EVERY INGREDIENT MATTERS:

Kinders is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ancestry national origin gender citizenship marital status religion age disability gender identity results of genetic testing veteran status as well as any other legally-protected characteristic. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law and you need any accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements please reach out to us at