Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Westchester, IL

Workplace Type: Hybrid

The Senior Accountant of Financial Reporting will be responsible for preparation of external financial reporting including quarterly 10Q, annual 10K filings, and related press releases.  In addition, will also prepare monthly internal management reports, assist with month-end close processes, research accounting pronouncements and document conclusions, and work in various complex accounting areas. This person will be a key resource for various corporate departments and global affiliates on US GAAP guidance and accounting conclusions. This role will report to our Senior Manager, Corporate Financial Reporting.

What you will do:

• Assist in the preparation of the quarterly external financial statements to ensure disclosures are complete and accurate, including the Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Statement of Equity and Statement of Cash Flows
• Prepare monthly internal management flash reports
• Assist in the monthly close process by preparing monthly journal entries, including preparation of account reconciliations and other supporting schedules
• Perform and document Ingredion’s annual goodwill and intangible impairment testing procedures
• Rollforward quarterly financial statements in Workiva
• Research new accounting pronouncements and document how these will impact Ingredion
• Research SEC and US GAAP guidance including performing peer research for various disclosures as necessary
• Work with auditors to answer questions and resolve questions
• Monthly/quarterly analytics over the financial statements
• Prioritize projects in order to meet deadlines; ability to coordinate multiple aspects of key financial reporting deliverables in a timely fashion

• Assist with ad hoc accounting requests, as needed

Agility and Innovation

• Assist in the development and implementation of processes and procedures to ensure all required reporting is timely and accurate
• Work to continually improve efficiency of internal processes and update procedural documentation, as needed
• Position, at times while limited, may require overtime and weekend work

Relationships and People 

• Develop and maintain relationships with third party consultants, external auditors, business partners across the company, including affiliate finance personnel, Corporate FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Global Shared Services and KPMG
• Work with accounting personnel from domestic and foreign affiliates to resolve issues in a timely manner
• Train and develop new staff in the department, as needed 

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• CPA preferred
• Big 4 audit experience preferred
• SEC reporting
• 3-5 years of experience in accounting related role with financial reporting experience
• Significant relevant experience in fast paced accounting department
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and analyze financial statements
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office
• Experience with SAP and BPC a plus
• Experience with Workiva a plus

Who you are:

• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills required
• Proven leadership and networking skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Dedicated team player with innovative mind-set to develop and implement internal process improvements
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals with little supervision
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines

Why Join Ingredion? 

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Flexible Work Arrangements – We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Relocation Available:

Pay Range:

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.