Sr. Manager, Financial Reporting

 

SR. MANAGER, FINANCIAL REPORTING 

ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI - CORPORATE OFFICE 

 

BE BOLD! BE INSPIRED! BE REAL! BE YOU.

Our core values are what drive and inspire us. We are not seeking ordinary – we are seeking those who want to build something unique, be challenged, and shake the food system as we know it. Here at Benson Hill, you’ll be part of something greater than yourself. You’ll do work you’ve only heard of. We want the real you.

HOW WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU: 

We have a Total Rewards package at Benson Hill based on a Pay Transparency Philosophy. Total Rewards at Benson Hill goes beyond just compensation (salary and bonus). We include competitive health (employer benefit contributions), wealth (investments), and more. Some of the additional perks include: 

• A flexible PTO program with a focus on work/life balance 
• 401K Match 
• Employee Stock Purchase Program 
• FREE Dental and Vision Coverage
• Education reimbursement
• PAID parental leave 
• Wellness Benefit Support (Fitness, Nutrition, and Mental Health) 

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW 

The Finance Department oversees the consolidated accounting and financial planning and reporting functions of the organization. The team oversees accounting functions such as ledger accounts, financial statements and cost control systems with a focus on regulatory compliance and practices.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reflecting our core values, the Accounting and Finance team is full of professionals that are bold, inspired and real! Every day is a new challenge, and you will continually be looking for ways to help us get better at what we do in the most efficient way possible.  We are actively seeking a Senior Manager of Financial Reporting to join our rapidly growing team where you will be challenged to partner with business leaders in the design, implementation, and management of accounting best practices as well as finding efficiencies through centralization and automation.

YOU'LL BE EMPOWERED TO:

• Prepare external financial reporting and supporting schedules, including governmental statutory reporting, and other financial reporting as required.
• Be responsible for the preparation of the management reporting package and review of financial information included in investor relations filings.
• Draft all required SEC filings (10-Q and 10-Ks).
• Assist in drafting all other SEC filings (registration statements, 8-Ks).
• Assist in drafting and reviewing quarterly earnings releases.
• Prepare statement of cash flows, equity roll forward, WASO & EPS calculation and other PBC schedules as required.
• Coordinate required accounting valuations with third party valuation expert.
• Perform and document interim and annual impairment analysis.
• Be responsible for preparation of technical accounting memorandums
• Coordinate and manage the execution of audit procedures related to financial reporting topics.
• Develop relationships and work closely with external auditors, business leaders and senior management to ensure communication of critical issues in a timely manner.
• Assist in drafting materials for the quarterly Disclosure Committee
• Provide assistance with special projects as required.

YOU WILL NOT: 

Be an order taker. You are here to drive change

Accept Ordinary. You will challenge the way things are done

Go through the motions. You'll need to help build the strategy

Create silos. You will work across the enterprise in a positive and influential way

Act only in your best interest. The success of Benson Hill is dependent upon all team members working together for the greater good of the organization 

YOU HAVE THE SKILLS WE NEED: 

Education

• BA/BS degree in Accounting or Finance 

 Experience

• CPA is required
• Public accounting experience is preferred
• Minimum of 4-6 years of relevant experience; with a mix of SEC reporting experience and industry experience preferred

Software/Skillset

• Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint required.
• Knowledge and proficient experience with Oracle NetSuite and Workiva are highly preferred.

Other

• Highly detail oriented, organized, self-motivated and proactive. Must have strong work ethic and be able to meet critical deadlines.
• Strong analytical