About Benson Hill
Benson Hill empowers innovators to develop more healthy, tasty and sustainable food by unlocking the natural genetic diversity of plants. Benson Hill's CropOS platform combines machine learning and big data with breeding techniques and plant biology to drastically accelerate and simplify the product development process. This platform allows for cost-effective and more efficient ways for companies to analyze and make improvements in plant genetics. Benson Hill brings a unique and holistic approach to our product and platform development, as we span a broader workflow involving trait and seed development, genome editing, and breeding all the way to creating better ingredients and varieties that tap a strong consumer demand for more flavorful and nutritious fruits and vegetables. More information can be found online atwww.bensonhill.com. Follow us on Twitter at@BensonHillInc.
Our Purpose and Core Values
Our Core Values are a set of common principles we share that are fundamental to our company's identity.
Be Bold! We redefine boundaries by providing new solutions to difficult problems. Together we are driven to transform the future and will not allow the fear of failure to prevent us from innovating. We voice our opinions, embrace change, and challenge each other to think creatively.
Be Inspired! We redefine boundaries by providing new solutions to difficult problems. Together we are driven to transform the future and will not allow the fear of failure to prevent us from innovating. We voice our opinions, embrace change, and challenge each other to think creatively.
Be Real! We understand who we are, what we want to achieve, and what it takes to get there. We hold each other accountable through timely, candid, and well-intentioned feedback. Together we engage in honest communication and healthy debate that leads to success through true alignment.
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 corporate values, the accounting and finance team is full of professionals that are bold, inspired and real! Every day is a new challenge, and if you join this team, 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 Accounting 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 Will:
Perform high level review of consolidated company performance.
Perform a detailed review of Benson Hill financial reporting including Balance Sheet and Income Statement variance analysis.
Present monthly P&L results to the Controller and SVP of Finance at month-end.
Provide business support with a process improvement mindset.
Work closely with and manage IT accounting projects and processes.
Drive continuous improvements around Shared Services and broad company processes (Cash, Payroll, Debt, Investments, Intercompany, Prepaids, etc.).
Manage the Accounting & Reporting team.
Manage the month-end closing calendar and timeline for parent and subsidiaries.
Review monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations.
Prioritize projects related to the NetSuite and iRely ERP systems for accounting and help lead.
Lead Internal Control improvements and alignment with SOX objectives.
Ensure Proper segregation of duties.
Prepare Balance Sheet reconciliations for certain technical general ledger accounts.
Conduct periodic review and approval of NetSuite user access and roles.
Ensure data integrity by reviewing and approving Accounting & Reporting Dimensions.
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.
Responsible for assessment and implementation of all technical accounting topics impacting the company, including evaluation, documentation and communication of all new accounting standards and general reporting trends.
Draft monthly internal financial statements for various partners and in support of debt agreements.
Partner with FP&A to help analyze and document balance sheet and income statement activity and variances.
Provide details and insight into financial matters while updating management of potential risks and areas of exposure.
Prepare relevant schedules for annual audits; work closely with external auditors.
Establish and maintain policies and procedures and internal controls.
You Have:
(Competencies and Qualifications)
Education
Degree in Business/Accounting (Required), plus relevant accounting experience (Big 4/public-accounting preferred)
Prior experience managing a successful team
CPA or CPA eligible (required)
Knowledge of US generally accepted accounting principles
Knowledge of SOX principles including implementation and controls
Experience
6+ years relevant experience
Software/Skillset
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products with advanced Excel skills
Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite and iRely) and reporting systems (Hyperion/Anaplan) is a plus.
Experience with business process, management and IT solutions
Proficiency with Workiva preferred
Other
Attention to detail
Strong Customer Focus
Collaborative
Ability to focus and work independently and to direct others
We have a Total Rewards Package at Benson Hill that consists of more than just your paycheck. Total Rewards at Benson Hill covers Pay (salary and bonus), Health (employer benefit contributions) and Wealth (investments). Some of the perks include:
A Collaborative Environment
A flexible PTO program with a focus on work/life balance
Competitive medical benefits and retirement savings plan
FREE Dental and Vision Coverage
Education reimbursement
PAID parental leave
And more....
