Overview The Cost Accounting Senior Analyst role is responsible for accurate and timely completion of period close for inventory and cost of sales, performing -analysis of business results and providing insights to senior management. This role will closely partner with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate reporting of direct and indirect costs in inventory and cost of sales. In addition, the role will lead the weekly close process with our plants to help understand their financial performance and support key balance sheet account reconciliations with both intercompany and third parties. What you can expect from us: Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to fit your unique needs A dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole-self to work Inspiring positive change for people and the planet with sustainability goals A supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and development Responsibilities Lead weekly manufacturing close process while working with cross functional partners and site leads Perform critical period close tasks and post close balance sheet reconciliations Primary interaction with cross-functional teams to provide analysis/insight on period business results, and accounting/controls knowledge to drive financial performance Reconcile and analyze of our intercompany relationship with Frito Lay US Support other members of the team with third party supplier reconciliations Lead periodic and quarterly meetings on inventory and cost of sales Support where needed with finished goods product costing Identify and implement process and systems enhancements Complete ad hoc projects and analytics based on business needs Qualifications Bachelor's Degree required in Accounting or Finance preferred CPA designation required Strong analytical and problem solving skills Knowledge of SAP is a plus At least 5-7 years of experience with strong technical accounting knowledge and expertise on financial transaction reporting required; experience related to manufacturing, inventory, and supply chain costs, including hedge accounting is strongly preferred Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate with employees across the organization ranging from site resources to senior management Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams Advanced Microsoft Excel Skills required Ability to embrace change Experience in implementing process and system enhancements to improve accuracy and eliminate non-value-added work Why work at PepsiCo At PepsiCo, you’re invited to be a part of a global team of innovators who make, move, and sell these products—which are enjoyed by more than 1 billion people a day. A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where everyone’s welcome. Here, you can dare to be yourself. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you can influence the people around you and the world at large. By showing up, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop and grow your skills for the future. Our supportive teams can fuel your professional goals to make a global impact on people and the planet. Join us. Dare for Better.