Accountant I

PepsiCo is a world leader in convenient foods and beverages, with 2005 revenues of more than $32 billion and more than 157,000 employees.

The company consists of Frito-Lay North America, PepsiCo Beverages North America, PepsiCo International and Quaker Foods North America. PepsiCo brands are available in nearly 200 countries and territories and generate sales at the retail level of about $85 billion.

PepsiCo offers product choices to meet a broad variety of needs and preference -- from fun-for-you items to product choices that contribute to healthier lifestyles.

PepsiCo's mission is "To be the world's premier consumer products company focused on convenient foods and beverages. We seek to produce healthy financial rewards to investors as we provide opportunities for growth and enrichment to our employees, our business partners and the communities in which we operate. And in everything we do, we strive for honesty, fairness and integrity."

1. Process daily accounting activity accurately, on a timely basis and in accordance with the Corporate Controllers Policies and Procedures. ?Daily activity includes processing ingredient/material receipts and usage, finished goods production, receipts and shipments and co-pack fee invoice processing.

2. Perform the monthly financial close. ?Provide key driver variance analysis versus Plan, PBU and prior year(s) results to identify issues and business problems requiring management attention and action.

3. Develop FOB standards and period costs for locations during annual budget. ?Ensure any significant changes in cost are properly explained.

4. Assist in the development of Period Budget Updates. ?

5. Observe annual physical inventories and ensure they are performed in accordance with the Corporate Controllers Policies and Procedures. ?Ensure that all significant variances are investigated and brought to management?s attention. ?

6. Ensure that significant control, KPI or operations issues are communicated to the Contract Manufacturing Manager on a timely basis. ?Attend Co-packer business review meetings as required. ?

7. Assist in the review of proposed co-packer contracts to ensure our ability to administer the contract. Provide financial analysis as needed.

Skill requirements include a BS/BA in Accounting and 1-2 years of accounting experience. The applicant must also have demonstrated analytical, problem solving and planning skills focused on the ability to plan, prioritize and execute. The selected candidate must have the ability to learn the PepsiCo financial systems. Strong verbal and written communication skills are a must. ?Future relocation to other QTG facilities for future advancement opportunities is preferred as this is an entry level training position.