Analyst, Finance-Accounting - Los Angeles - Aspire Bakeries

Description

Hungry for a career that's as rewarding as it is delicious? 
At Aspire Bakeries, we don't just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food. 
 
We're looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that's on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves 
 
With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you're ready to grow with us, we'd love to hear from you.
 
Why You'll Love Working At Aspire Bakeries 

Culture - Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.
Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
Financial Security – A competitive 401(k) with immediate company match, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries' learning and development programs.
Flexibility & Support – HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.
Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

About the Role
We are seeking a Financial Analyst, General Accounting to join our team at our Los Angeles office. As a Financial Analyst, you will be accountable for supporting accurate financial reporting through timely month‑end close activities, account reconciliations, journal entry preparation, and audit support. Your work ensures financial integrity, strong internal controls, and reliable data that drives business decisions. This role requires you to be onsite in our Los Angeles office four days per week, giving you hands-on collaboration across Finance, Payroll, AR/AP, and Operational teams.
 
Compensation

Salary Range: $70,304 - $72,000

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

Execute month-end close processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
Prepare and reconcile key balance sheet accounts to maintain financial accuracy and integrity.
Prepare and upload journal entries related to Payroll, Treasury, Concur, and other accounting activities.
Support the year-end external audit through documentation, schedules, and process transparency.
Maintain and reinforce internal controls to ensure compliance with corporate accounting standards.
Participate in system implementation, automation, and process improvement initiatives within general accounting.
Support special projects and cross-functional initiatives that enhance financial operations.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
1–2 years of relevant accounting experience with working knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, macros).
Strong analytical and systems skills; SAP experience preferred.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.
Proficient in Outlook, Excel, Teams, Word, and other core systems.
Ability to adapt to process changes and evolving business needs.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

Experience in corporate general accounting or multi-entity finance environments.
Experience supporting external financial audits.
Exposure to automation or systems implementation projects.
Strong problem-solving skills with attention to accuracy and detail.
Ability to collaborate effectively across finance and operational teams.

Call to Action
Ready to grow your career with a company that values your work and your future?Apply today and become part of our team at Aspire Bakeries
 
Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
 
Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.