Established in 1980 by Doris Christopher, Pampered Chef is a global marketing enterprise and a proud Berkshire Hathaway company since 2002. We develop a multi-purpose, high-quality and unique kitchen product line that includes time-saving kitchen tools, cookware, cutlery, stoneware, and pantry products serving millions of customers around the world. We support a large network of independent consultants with their direct sales efforts in addition to our corporate ecommerce business.

At Pampered Chef, we believe that people with a full plate should be free to enjoy mealtime with their loved ones.  We're on a mission to reinvent mealtime, connecting people with products, content, and community that simplify, inspire, and last.

Industry: Retail
Company Size: 201-500 employees

Pampered Chef

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**Description**

Our Finance team is at the forefront of shaping strategic decisions across the company. As a

member of the team, the Staff Accountant contributes to the company’s success by ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial statements. A successful Staff Accountant combines excellent analytical skills, problem-solving skills, knowledge of accounting principles, strong communication skills and attention to detail.

**What You'll Do**

- Perform month-end accounting, including journal entry preparation and reconciliation of assigned balance sheet accounts.

- Prepare variance analysis during the month-end reviews.

- Assist in the preparation of the quarterly and annual financial statements and footnotes submitted to Berkshire Hathaway, Inc.

- Assist external audit and tax teams by preparing schedules, explaining supporting material and procedures, and any other data as needed.

- Assist with monthly sales tax filings, census reporting, and business license renewals.

- Cross-departmental collaboration and communication on various projects and tasks.

- Assist Global Payroll Analyst with bi-weekly payroll processing needs

**What Success Looks Like**

- Communicates Effectively: Clearly conveys financial information, both verbally and in writing, to colleagues across the organization.

- Financial Acumen: Demonstrates solid understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and the impact of financial data on business decisions.

- Manages Complexity: Effectively handles detailed, multi-step tasks and reconciliations with clarity, sound judgment, and problem-solving skills while meeting deadlines and managing time-sensitive responsibilities.

- Time Management: Effectively prioritizes tasks, manages competing deadlines, and supports a structured monthly close process by completing assigned responsibilities accurately and on schedule.

- Attention to Detail and Accuracy: Produces precise, error-free work, ensuring financial records and reports are completed with thoroughness and care.

- Optimizes Work: Looks for ways to streamline workflows, improve accuracy, and enhance efficiency within accounting operations. Demonstrates curiosity and a willingness to learn new systems, standards, and company processes to support ongoing improvement.

**Measures of Success**

- Meeting Deadlines

- Monthly Close Metrics

- Successful Partnership Across the Organization

**Requirements**

**What We're Looking For**

- Bachelor's degree in accounting

- 0-2 years of general accounting experience, public accounting preferred

- Intermediate to advanced skill level with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word required

- CPA, or currently sitting for CPA a plus

- Oracle and Hyperion experience a plus

**What We're Offering**

**Compensation, benefits, and logistics**

The anticipated salary range for this position starts at $55,000-65,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. This role is eligible for a **performance-based ** **bonus ** based on individual and company performance.

**This Position Includes a Comprehensive Benefits Package, Which Includes**

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance

- Company-paid life insurance with additional voluntary coverage options

- Disability insurance

- Additional voluntary benefits

- 401k match

- Flex PTO

- Paid Parental Leave

- 30%+ discount on Pampered Chef Products and product giveaways

**Pampered Chef follows a hybrid schedule in Addison, IL. The expectation is that employees be in the office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week. **

Staff Accountant

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