Sr Accountant - NC - Hawkins (Charlotte, NC)

Since its founding in 1937, Krispy Kreme's focus has remained the same - making fresh doughnuts using our founder's original recipe. The brand's iconic Hot Light lets consumers know when doughnuts are being made in the shop so they can stop in and enjoy them hot, right off the line.

The Senior Accountant role on the Corporate Accounting team performs general ledger accounting responsibilities related to the month-end close process. This includes preparing journal entries and account reconciliations for Krispy Kreme and subsidiary businesses. This role is responsible for corporate accounting duties including but not limited to the following: consolidations, data analytics, employee compensation, equity compensation, and treasury accounting. This position analyzes financial data and transactions to identify significant fluctuations for review and accuracy. This role will also assist in preparing month-end and quarter-end external reporting deliverables including internal decks and SEC filings like 10-Qs and 10-Ks.

A TASTE OF WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Perform month-end activities relevant to assigned areas, including preparing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and accounting processes
• Provide accounting support to FP&A and subsidiary businesses
• Perform ad hoc analysis and reporting to share insights
• Develop, evaluate, and enhance internal controls to support a strong and efficient control environment
• Regularly review balance sheet data to validate accuracy
• Document accounting processes by drafting internal accounting whitepapers as needed
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors to develop efficient controls and address audit findings
• Design and implement standard processes and procedures for areas assigned
• Frequently review processes for improvement and drive efficiencies through automation and optimized processes
• Continuously strive for excellence, improvement, and best-in-class ways of working
• Support the broader Finance & Accounting team by developing productive working relationships, partnering with stakeholders, and being a team player that is willing to assist others for the good of the team
• Ensure we remain well-prepared for change and growth by actively developing new skillsets and capabilities

YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS:

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• CPA with large public accounting firm experience preferred
• Hands-on experience and working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SOX compliance, and full picture of business cycles, from transactional subledger accounting to the consolidated financial statements and disclosures
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects with tight deadlines
• Professional and effective verbal and written communication
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent analytical skills and demonstrated ability to solve problems
• Flexibility and adaptable to changing priorities
• Ability to efficiently work remotely or in the office as needed
• Ability to travel to various work locations or events/conferences (travel not expected to exceed 15%)
• Has a steadfast commitment to nurture an equitable, unbiased culture where our peeps are empowered to showcase their originality.

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. The official job description will be provided during the application/interview process.

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive benefits (medical, vision, and dental insurance)
• Employee discount program
• 401K plan
• PTO and "dream" days
• Company events
• Education Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Life Insurance
• FSA/HSA Plans
• Pet Insurance

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WHY KRISPY KREME?

At Krispy Kreme, we focus on:

Loving People:

• Our global culture is best captured by our Leadership Mix, a dozen behaviors that define how we work with one another across the world and give back to our communities. Check out our leadership mix here.
• Belonging happens once each Krispy Kremer knows their bold authentic self is welcomed, dignified, and loved, where their wonderfully original identities flourish and thrive.

Loving Communities:

• At Krispy Kreme, sharing joy is at the center of everything we do, and we strive to inspire this in our communities. Our brand purpose truly shines through our Acts of Joy and community fundraising initiatives.
• In the U.S., we have been donating unsold doughnuts to local food banks, with a goal of bringing a smile to our consumers as they enjoy a small, sweet treat. We partner with Feeding America and Convoy of Hope, who in turn partner with organizations nationwide to distribute donations to people in need through diverse types of programs and services.
• In 2022, we helped community groups raise $40 million globally. Last year in the U.S., we supported more than 83,000 fundraising events, raising nearly $37 million.

Loving Planet:

• We have been conducting a multi-year global GHG emissions assessment to establish an emissions baseline, using this foundation to soon set goals for greenhouse gas emission reductions.
• We are working on reducing food waste through donation efforts, animal feed, and composting programs.

Krispy Kreme is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

At Krispy Kreme, we believe that your originality sweetens our recipe. We value the diverse ingredients of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, gender, intersex, or veteran status of every individual. We strive for an inclusive culture that allows each of our peeps to bring their bold authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

About Krispy Kreme

Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Krispy Kreme is one of the most beloved and well-known sweet treat brands in the world. Our iconic Original Glazed doughnut is universally recognized for its hot-off-the-line, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Krispy Kreme operates in more than 35 countries through its unique network of fresh doughnut shops, partnerships with leading retailers, and a rapidly growing Ecommerce and delivery business with more than 14,000 fresh points of access. Our purpose of touching and enhancing lives through the joy that is Krispy Kreme guides how we operate every day and is reflected in the love we have for our people, our communities and the planet. Connect with Krispy Kreme Doughnuts at or on one of its many social media channels, including and