Accountant Iii - Payroll

H-E-B is one of the largest, independently owned food retailers in the nation operating over 420+ stores throughout Texas and Mexico, with annual sales generating over $34 billion. Described by industry experts as a daring innovator and smart competitor, H-E-B has led the way with creative new concepts, outstanding service and a commitment to diversity in our workforce, workplace and marketplace. H-E-B offers a wealth of career opportunities to our 145,000+ Partners (employees), competitive compensation and benefits program and comprehensive training that lead to successful careers.
Responsibilities
The Finance & Accounting Team has fiduciary responsibility for financial aspects of our end-to-end business, including all accounting and regulatory facets of Product, from 'Farm to Fork' ... Facilities, from 'Greenfield to Sunset' - and Partners, from 'Recruit to Retire.' The team also oversees our Mexico Division's accounting, tax, and finance operations.
As an Accountant III, you'll provide specialized analyses and perform financial functions related to accounting, budgeting, auditing, forecasting, and analysis.
Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resources--People--drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company.
Do you have a:
HEART FOR PEOPLE... ability to communicate at all levels?
HEAD FOR BUSINESS... organizational savvy?
PASSION FOR RESULTS... drive to discover new ways to impact business decisions / results?
We are looking for:

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• A master's degree (preferred)

What is the work?
Analytics:

• Performs complex analyses, and identifies / analyzes root causes using advanced problem-solving skills
• May lead / collaborates on ad hoc projects, strategic in focus, to inform key decision-making
• Provides complex analysis and recommendations on new / existing businesses to senior management
• Discovers / drives new ways to use information to impact business decisions and results
• Reviews complex financial data; maintains documented records supporting financial data used in actual and budget analysis
• May report on weekly actuals and forecasts profitability that involve trend analysis, economic research, and comparative analysis
• Performs highly complex tasks, providing specialized analyses in various accounting functions (e.g., accounts receivable, accounts payable, cost accounting, etc.)

Accounting:

• Advises / presents to leaders on more complex business initiatives
• Participates in / may lead cross-functional projects; collaborates with non-accounting teams
• Documents / communicates changes to assigned accounting processes
• Proactively stays abreast of best practices and regulatory changes
• Reviews work of less experienced Partners; provides guidance and coaching as issues arise
• Conducts / may lead audits
• Develops / modifies major policies and procedures for financial reporting and cost analysis in specialized areas
• Develops / recommends complex accounting systems, methods, procedures, and controls
• Ensures management / leadership understand rate, budget issues
• Performs financial functions related to budgeting, auditing, forecasting, and analysis

What is your background?

• CPA a plus
• 6+ years of experience in H-E-B accounting roles, or
• Master's degree preferred; bachelors degree in accounting, or a related field
• 8+ years of broad-based accounting functions

Do you have what it takes to be a fit as an H-E-B Accountant III?

• Ability to confidently communicate at all levels of management and Partners
• Advanced verbal / written communication skills
• Advanced time-management skills
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail
• Advanced research skills
• Strong influencing skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP and regulatory accounting practices
• Expert PC, MS Office, and software skills, including word processing, database management, spreadsheets, and graphics

Can you...

• Work extended hours
• Travel by car or plane with overnight stays
• Function in a fast-paced, retail, office environment
• Sit for extended periods

05-2019