Manager of Accounting – US & International Internal Reporting

Manager of Accounting – US & International Internal Reporting

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

This role leads the monthly close for US accounting operations, with primary ownership of balance sheet account governance. It drives the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of balance sheet reconciliations and close deliverables in accordance with US GAAP and company accounting policies. The role also provides corporate financial reporting, analytics, and governance for Niagara Bottling’s international entities.

• Own and execute assigned components of the monthly close for US entities, with primary accountability for designated balance sheet accounts and related close schedules.
• Prepare, review, and certify balance sheet reconciliations; ensure timely clearing of reconciling items and documentation that meets audit and control standards.
• Analyze account activity, investigate variances, and proactively identify and resolve issues impacting the US general ledger.
• Ensure US accounting records and close outputs comply with US GAAP, corporate accounting policies and internal control requirements.
• Lead timely monthly, quarterly and year‑end close deliverables for US operations.

• Lead corporate reporting for international subsidiaries by establishing expectations and review routines aligned to corporate reporting standards.
• Lead alignment with regional finance teams to review reported balances, understand fluctuations and elevate issues/risks with clear recommendations and options.
• Serve as the primary liaison between US corporate accounting and international finance teams to strengthen standardization, comparability and governance in international reporting.

• Compile, review, and analyze international cash flow information to support corporate reporting, liquidity visibility and management decision‑making.
• Perform comparative financial analysis across international entities, identifying trends, variances, and performance drivers; translate findings into concise, actionable insights.
• Develop schedules and analytical summaries that support leadership review of international financial performance.

• Ensure effective internal controls and documented procedures governing US close and international reporting activities.
• Identify and lead process improvements that increase close efficiency, strengthen controls and improve data quality across US and international reporting workflows.
• Coordinate and manage responses to internal and external audit requests including reconciliations, schedules, supporting documentation and management explanations.
• Drive enhancements to accounting systems, reporting tools and close‑related processes.

• Minimum: 6 Years progressive accounting experience.
• 6 Years strong experience with US balance sheet reconciliations and monthly close.
• Solid understanding of US GAAP (experience may include a combination of work experience and education).
• Preferred: 10+ Years experience in international or multi‑entity reporting environments.
• Preferred:
  Experience working with large ERP systems (Oracle preferred).
• Preferred:
  Manufacturing or public accounting experience (experience may include a combination of work experience and education).

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality financial reporting.
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret financial data across entities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including reconciliations and comparative analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a close‑driven environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative approach when working with domestic and international stakeholders.

• Minimum:
  Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or other related field.
• Preferred: CPA or CPA‑eligible.

• Typical Compensation Range:
  Salary $ – $ per year, with a 10% annual…