Head of Accounting & Treasury

When it comes to baking, BakeMark has its own secret ingredient: a team of passionate talented employees. For over 100 years, BakeMark has stood for excellence in quality and service, for our customers, our stakeholders and our colleagues. We attribute our success to our colleagues and their contributions towards meeting the needs of our customers and stakeholders. We are passionate about the baking industry. We excel at creating strong partnerships within the company and with our loyal customers. We love to innovate and thrive to manufacture and deliver performing bakery products and world-class customer service.
With over 100 years of service to the baking industry, BakeMark is recognized as an industry leader and trusted partner for quality bakery ingredients, products, supplies and service. Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance (Comprehensive healthcare benefits package, with many coverage options at a very low employee cost)

• 401K (generous retirement benefits) with a Company Match
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

Job Title: Director of Accounting
Department: Finance & Accounting
Location: Pico Head Office
The Director of Accounting leads general ledger integrity and enterprise accounting operations, including consolidated reporting, close governance, internal controls, compliance, and process improvement. This role delivers timely, decision-ready financials to leadership and external stakeholders while partnering closely with the VP Corporate Controller, Treasury, and FP&A.
Financial Reporting:

Own monthly, quarterly, and annual entity and consolidated financial statements, ensuring GAAP compliance and audit readiness.
Direct consolidations, intercompany accounting, and eliminations across entities with clear governance and accountability.

~ Lead the month-end close, enforcing deadlines, quality standards, and reconciliations.
Own year-end close execution, including coordination with external auditors and tax advisors.

~ Design, maintain, and strengthen internal controls over processes, systems, and financial reporting.
Ensure compliance with accounting policies, financial regulations, and internal governance requirements.

~ Build and lead a high-performing accounting team; lead performance management, development, succession planning, and mentorship.

~ Audit & Tax:

Lead audit readiness, including schedules, support, and documentation for financial and tax audits.
Manage tax advisor and regulator relationships to ensure timely filings, compliance, and risk mitigation.

~ Partner with the VP Corporate Controller, FP&A, and Operations on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

~ Systems & Process Improvement:

Modernize accounting systems and processes to improve efficiency, controls, and scalability.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3-5+ years leading teams and complex close/reporting environments.
~ Deep knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.

Experience in a multi-entity and/or international environment preferred.
Executive-level communication and influence skills to drive alignment across Finance and business leaders.

Strong stakeholder management skills across Operations, Treasury, FP&A, and executive leadership.
Confident presenting complex financial matters to leadership, auditors, and external stakeholders.

BakeMark is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. BakeMark is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment, in accordance with the requirements of all applicable state and federal laws, on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age or any other basis prohibited by law.