Senior Accounting Manager

Company Overview

Milo’s Tea Company is one of the fastest-growing beverage companies in the United States. Our culture and operations are built on the belief that we can make a difference in the world. That is why we put People First and strive to continually reduce our environmental impact on the planet. We leverage our world-class operations and decades-long distribution partnerships to grow the footprint of our core products and create new, innovative beverage products.

• We are the #1 and fastest-growing brand in the Refrigerated Tea Category in the nation.

• Our core mission: People and Planet First — doing good is good for business.

• We are committed to unlocking the personal genius of every associate and have a strong focus on growth and learning.

• Our company is women-led and strongly committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

• We pledge 1% of profits annually to charitable giving.

• We are Platinum Certified in Zero Waste Manufacturing: recycling, reducing, and reusing 95% of waste at all facilities.

Why You Will Love Life at Milo's

You will collaborate with a group of passionate and high-performing people, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work and feels good about the work they are doing.

As a People First company, Milo’s is committed to the success and well-being of our associates, customers, and fans, no matter their gender, race, or creed. Some of the remarkable benefits offered include:

• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities

• 100% employer-paid medical premiums for associates and families

• Free Mental Health, Financial Wellness, and Legal Counseling benefits

• 401K with company match

• Company-paid Life Insurance

• Tuition reimbursement assistance

• Continuous learning opportunities

• Robust parental leave program

• Care Relief Fund to help associates in need

• Associate Assistance Program

• Paid volunteer time

Being a Culture Champion at Milo’s

• Wear the HAT (Hungry-Agile-Together)

• Work effectively with others

• Help our TEAm achieve safety, quality, and production goals

• Interact positively, be self-aware, avoid negative commentary

• Commit to outstanding attendance

• Conduct yourself respectfully with all Milo's TEAm members

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As a People First company, Milo’s is committed to uplifting our associates, customers, and fans no matter their gender, race, or creed. We invest in Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging in all areas of our business ecosystem. We champion these efforts through partnerships, education, and events to support and celebrate our diverse workforce and networks.

If you require assistance or accommodation to participate in the job application process, please contact Recruiting@drinkmilos.com.

Position Summary: The Senior Accounting Manager is responsible for oversight of Accounting and Internal Control activities ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The Senior Accounting Manager is expected to be hands-on and transformative. They will ensure comprehensive, accurate, and timely financial statements while creating a best-in-class accounting function that drives visibility, control, and efficiency. They will develop and implement an internal control framework to minimize financial risks and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

Responsibilities:

Core Accounting Duties  

• Ensure comprehensive, accurate, and timely financial statement reporting.  Prepare reports that present key insights, trends, and variances to company leadership. 

• Lead the research and interpretation of complex accounting topics and transactions in accordance with GAAP. Provide technical guidance on various accounting matters including revenue recognition, lease accounting, stock-based compensation, business combinations, and other relevant topics that arise. 

• Interface with the external auditors to ensure close collaboration on technical accounting guidance and adequacy of internal controls. 

• Support leadership by undertaking assignments on ad hoc reporting, projects, or other special initiatives. 

Lead with an Owner’s Mindset 

• Act as a financial steward of the company; protect and grow the business through clear insights and optimization of accounting processes and controls. 

• Challenge the status quo, be a self-led learner, and eliminate waste tough calls on people, processes, and systems. 

• Work cross functionally to drive the selection, implementation, and execution of accounting systems and processes that maximize our use of technology. Lead with a growth mindset that will support our complex and fast-paced growth. 

Build and Maintain a Best-in-Class Control Framework 

• Lead the development of a robust internal control environment at Milo’s.  

• Mature, implement, and maintain financial controls and guidelines to mitigate risk and maximize the protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflows. 

• Regularly review financial processes, controls, and procedures to scale controls as the business grows and matures. 

Develop the Accounting Team 

• Foster a culture of ownership, accuracy, and continuous improvement within the department. 
• Mentor and grow future leaders; create individual development plans and clear career paths.

Other 

• Upholds and demonstrates leadership in all Corporate Responsibility programming including recycling, social advocacy, and MMAD volunteering opportunities.  

• This position has food Safety Responsibilities.  

• Other responsibilities, as necessary. 

Supervisory: This position has supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field. 

• 5-7 years of relevant experience. 

• 3+ years management experience preferred 

• C.P.A. required; MBA preferred. 

• Strong working knowledge of GAAP accounting and general accounting concepts. 

• Manufacturing experience strongly preferred 

• Effective verbal and written communication skills to engage stakeholders at all levels. 

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail. 

• Strong desire to continuously research and implement ideas to improve accounting activities. 

• Ability to develop strong working relationships with cross functional partners to drive success of organization. 

• To perform this job successfully an individual should have significant experience using MS Office suite, internet-based software and Accounting or ERP software.  

Physical Demands: This job is sedentary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with different abilities.

FLSA Status:  Exempt