Accounting Manager

Job Description

Schwan’s Company, a . affiliate of the global lifestyle company, CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leading . manufacturer and marketer of quality foods offered through retail-grocery and food-service channels. Our many popular brands include Red Baron, Tony’s, Big Daddy’s, Villa Prima and Freschetta pizza; Mrs. Smith’s and Edwards desserts; and Pagoda and Bibigo Asian-style snacks. Schwan’s is a place for people with an appetite for more. To learn about joining a team where you can belong, contribute, and thrive, visit

We are hiring a Plant Accounting Manager at our food manufacturing facility in Fargo, ND. You will oversee all aspects of financial accounting and reporting for our manufacturing plant. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, experience in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment, and the ability to effectively manage a team.

In this role you will be a key player on the plant management team providing analysis and insights to guide decision making as well as challenging the plant to improve financial performance. Come join the team!

What you will get from us:

• Opportunities for career growth with one of THE fastest growing food companies in the US.
• A culture focused on building trust, challenging assumptions, and continuous transformation.
• Competitive compensation including incentives and a flexible time off program.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the plant accounting department, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial transactions and reporting.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements to provide insights into plant performance and profitability and makes recommendation to plant and financial management to transform plant operational performance.
• Coordinate and participate in the annual budgeting process for the plant, working closely with plant management and cross functional finance teams.
• Lead the cost accounting function, including the analysis of manufacturing costs, variances, and overhead allocation, to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Provide financial analysis and support for capital expenditure projects, including ROI analysis and post-implementation reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial data and analysis to support strategic decision-making, and to reduce costs.
• Manages, trains and develops a team of finance/accounting professionals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices, including cost accounting methodologies.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting, with the ability to interpret and communicate complex financial information effectively.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP or other manufacturing accounting software is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and empower a team.
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan’s Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin or other protected class.