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International Dairy Queen, Inc. (IDQ), based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is the parent company of American Dairy Queen Corporation and Dairy Queen Canada, Inc. Through its subsidiaries, IDQ develops, licenses, and services a system of more than 7,800 DQ restaurants in more than 20 countries. IDQ is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. For more information, visit DairyQueen.com.

Here at IDQ, we create extraordinary Fan experiences every day and we do this through our commitment to hiring and retaining only the best in class talent. We firmly believe that our employees are the catalyst to the success of the company where their initiative, strategic thinking, and entrepreneurial spirit are recognized and rewarded. We're looking for motivated, passionate and dedicated individuals with an inherent need and ambition to go after bigger challenges.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Manager located out of our Bloomington, MN corporate headquarters. The Finance Manager is responsible for leading and managing the day-to-day operations of the finance and accounting function, including month-end close activities, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. The successful candidate will have a strong technical accounting background, excellent analytical skills, and strong communication skills to work cross-functionally with other departments.

Key Accountabilities Include:

• Lead and manage all month-end close activities, including timely preparation and review of journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and regulatory reporting, including GAAP and statutory financial reporting.
• Research accounting pronouncements and develop company policies for new, changing, or existing business transactions.
• Responsible for submitting monthly and quarterly reporting to IDQ's parent company, Berkshire Hathaway.
• Lead the annual audit process and ensure timely completion of audit requests.
• Lead the preparation of International Dairy Queen, subsidiaries and retirement savings plan annual reports.
• Manage and develop the finance team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to help team members grow and achieve their goals.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors and other service providers.
• Collaborate with other departments to identify and address accounting-related issues or opportunities to standardize and streamline processes.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and provide insight into financial performance through variance and trend analysis.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes, including the development of financial models, analysis of key financial metrics, and preparation of financial statements.
• Monitor and analyze financial performance against budget and forecast and provide insights and recommendations to drive business decisions.
• Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy in the finance and accounting function.

The US national base salary range for this position is $115,037 - $143,796. This position is also eligible for a bonus. The base salary range displayed reflects the targeted hiring range for positions across all US locations. Individual pay is determined by job-related skills, work location and relevant education or experience.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field or equivalent years of experience required; Master's degree or CPA certification preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, with a minimum of 2 years in a leadership role. Public accounting experience required.
• Proven track record of managing month-end close processes, financial reporting, and budgeting and forecasting activities.

Skills:

• Strong technical accounting skills with experience implementing accounting standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and process optimization.
• Positive attitude with strong work ethic and high level of integrity.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and ERP systems.

Benefits

Our benefit package supports the well-being of our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefit package includes, medical, dental, 401K match, paid time off (including volunteer time as well as parental leave) and so much more!

Work Environment

Most positions located out of our global headquarters in Bloomington, MN will work a hybrid work schedule where you will work 3 collaboration days a week. Additional in office time may be required to support team/project needs.

Inclusion & Belonging

We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion and belonging for all who touch DQ. We believe in and commit to fostering a community where employees bring their authentic selves to work, and where we recruit, engage, and retain employees, franchise owners, and suppliers based on qualifications and merit. We strive to maintain an environment where everyone feels welcome.

IDQ is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new team members. You must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.