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Senior Director, Technical Accounting and Policy - Full-time / Part-time
•30 days ago
Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
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Location | Purchase, New York |
About this job
This individual will lead certain aspects of the technical function, including but not limited to, providing technical guidance on various issues in M&A, derivatives, policy interpretation, restructuring actions and the implementation of new accounting pronouncements. Responsible for management of certain aspects of the Corporate Controller's budget (e.g. COE on Derivatives, other fixed costs).
The reason for the establishment of the role is as a result of recent changes to the department. Lisa Halper, previously the B3 leading the technical accounting function was promoted to B4 with broader accountability. As a result, there is a need for a B2 role to lead certain key technical areas. As noted in the organization chart, there is an already established B2 role that is responsible for other technical areas including pension and worldwide SOX reporting.
Key accountabilities:
A portion of this role was previously done by Lisa Halper, B3 leading the function.
Technical accounting guidance that aligns with business objectives and complies with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles
Manage 2 direct reports B1s (total team of 9)
KPMG relationship; summarize issues as they occur and obtain KPMG's concurrence on treatment
Provide technical guidance on accounting issues and the application of accounting principles and regulatory pronouncements to corporate functions and divisional control teams
Advise on the structuring of transactions and consult with divisions/M&A/treasury/tax/legal/HR, etc. on proposed transactions
Monitor current accounting developments and assess the impact on PepsiCo; follow regulatory developments (e.g. SEC, FASB, PCAOB, IASB)
Determine impact of new accounting standards and aid in their implementation and prepare disclosures for external reporting
Lead Center of Excellence function for derivatives - coordinate closely with Treasury and GP
Ensure that financial policies are updated timely and accessible; respond to questions regarding implementation to specific circumstances
Review, consolidate and report on 3rd Quarter Impairment Review Testing
Review Capital Appropriation requests that are presented to the Corporate Capex Committee monthly
Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Master's not required but preferred.
CPA required.
Minimum of 15 years of experience in accounting/auditing at a Big 4 Firm including either a rotation in the National Office or comparable experience leading a technical function at another company
Technical experience regarding M&A transactions, F/X, derivatives, and commodities is preferred.
Seasoned judgment
Must possess excellent communication skills.
Must have executive presence as this professional will have access to senior leaders within the company.
Current supervisory experience preferred.
Previous work experience in a results driven, high performing culture.
Can lead planning and also roll up their sleeves to get involved with execution.
Ease at developing strong working relationships with different teams in an inclusive, diverse culture.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an equal opportunity employer Minorities/Females/People with Disabilities/Protected Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law (
The reason for the establishment of the role is as a result of recent changes to the department. Lisa Halper, previously the B3 leading the technical accounting function was promoted to B4 with broader accountability. As a result, there is a need for a B2 role to lead certain key technical areas. As noted in the organization chart, there is an already established B2 role that is responsible for other technical areas including pension and worldwide SOX reporting.
Key accountabilities:
A portion of this role was previously done by Lisa Halper, B3 leading the function.
Technical accounting guidance that aligns with business objectives and complies with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles
Manage 2 direct reports B1s (total team of 9)
KPMG relationship; summarize issues as they occur and obtain KPMG's concurrence on treatment
Provide technical guidance on accounting issues and the application of accounting principles and regulatory pronouncements to corporate functions and divisional control teams
Advise on the structuring of transactions and consult with divisions/M&A/treasury/tax/legal/HR, etc. on proposed transactions
Monitor current accounting developments and assess the impact on PepsiCo; follow regulatory developments (e.g. SEC, FASB, PCAOB, IASB)
Determine impact of new accounting standards and aid in their implementation and prepare disclosures for external reporting
Lead Center of Excellence function for derivatives - coordinate closely with Treasury and GP
Ensure that financial policies are updated timely and accessible; respond to questions regarding implementation to specific circumstances
Review, consolidate and report on 3rd Quarter Impairment Review Testing
Review Capital Appropriation requests that are presented to the Corporate Capex Committee monthly
Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Master's not required but preferred.
CPA required.
Minimum of 15 years of experience in accounting/auditing at a Big 4 Firm including either a rotation in the National Office or comparable experience leading a technical function at another company
Technical experience regarding M&A transactions, F/X, derivatives, and commodities is preferred.
Seasoned judgment
Must possess excellent communication skills.
Must have executive presence as this professional will have access to senior leaders within the company.
Current supervisory experience preferred.
Previous work experience in a results driven, high performing culture.
Can lead planning and also roll up their sleeves to get involved with execution.
Ease at developing strong working relationships with different teams in an inclusive, diverse culture.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
protected veteran status, or disability status.
PepsiCo is an equal opportunity employer Minorities/Females/People with Disabilities/Protected Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law (