International Accounting Manager

About Hazel

Hazel Technologies Inc., founded in 2015, is a USDA-funded company that develops new technologies to improve the quality and extend the shelf life of fresh produce throughout the global supply chain. The early-stage agricultural technology company based in Chicago is on a mission to reduce food waste. Shippers, growers, and retailers are constantly on the lookout for new ways to ship food further, enter new markets, extend the growing season, and have less food rejected at retail. The products of Hazel Technologies meet these needs by adding significant and measurable value throughout our customers' food supply chains.

Job Description: International Accountant Manager

The International Accounting Manager is responsible for interacting with third party accounting providers who perform the day-to-day accounting activities of the company’s international locations and/or directly performing the accounting activities himself/herself. The international Accounting Manager is also responsible for working with legal, accounting, treasury, HR and other constituents on new entity formation.

Responsibilities

Accounting

Establish and manage relationship with third party accounting providers

Perform accounting for international entities and/or review the work of 3rd party providers who perform the accounting for certain international entities

Maintain foreign exchange rate tables within ERP to assist in the proper recording of daily transactions in foreign currencies

Translate the month-end balance sheet and income statement for the international entities as part of the monthly close

Perform the monthly close for international entities, including elimination entries

Reconcile inter-company activity between the international entities and the parent company

Maintain intercompany loan schedules

Perform functional currency analysis for all new entity formation and on a periodic basis

Determine proper coding of transactions for accurate accounting and application of amounts to the general ledger; generate multiple reports for the accounting department and various other departments

Review invoices and expense reports and approve, as necessary

Ensure proper billing of customers for international sales

Participate in year-end audit and work with auditors as needed, preparing requested items

Work with outside tax providers on the tax filings of the international entities

Lead transfer pricing efforts with 3rd parties

Work with legal, accounting, treasury and HR on capitalization of new entity formation

Participate in functional meetings and coordinate on projects and reporting efforts with other finance, tax, supply chain, sales and legal team members

Other

Maintain custody of critical documents

Perform process improvement initiatives

Implement controls and policies across all international locations

Perform ad-hoc projects as required

Required Skills

Bachelor’s Degree (BA in Accounting or Finance preferred)

Fluency in both English and Spanish; interviews will be conducted in both languages

Strong understanding of US GAAP

Experience working with international entities – particularly close process and new entity formation (preferred)

Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize information, develop insights and communicate effectively in presentations and in-person meetings

Strong business acumen and attention to detail

Outstanding process and project management skills, including coordinating activities across multiple departments

7+ years of accounting experience

Expected Salary Range: $129,000 to $160,000, plus the ability to participate in Hazel’s medical, dental, vision, 401k program (with Company match), generous paid time off, complimentary membership to the gym at the Company’s Chicago headquarters, a partial work-from-home stipend, and participation in the Company’s social events and happy hours.

The range above is a good faith estimate of the base salary we expect to offer for this position. The actual salary offered may differ based upon the skills, qualifications, and experience of any particular candidate.

HOW TO APPLY:

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You'll Love Working at Hazel Because

We've come to transform the food system. You'll be able to make a big contribution to our work at the nexus of technology, farming, and the global food industry - and we're only getting started.

Our team is motivated by a set of shared values. These keep us on track and remind us how to be present every day in the midst of change and ambiguity. Collaboration, respect, positivity, and humility are all valued, whether in the office, at home, or on the fields, and we strive to empower individuals at every stage.

Benefits and perks, of course!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hazel Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. At Hazel, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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