Accounting Associate Analyst

PepsiCo is a global leader in the food and beverage industry, seeking an Accounting Associate Analyst to lead accounting for fringe benefit costs and manage the payroll relationship with a third-party provider. The role involves forecasting costs, preparing account reconciliations, and leading productivity projects across various responsibilities. Responsibilities Lead accounting for Pepsico Beverages fringe benefit costs, calculation of the fringe rate and management of the fringe forecast Responsible for allocation and communication of Fringe true ups to all BU's and P&L owners Work with systems team to set up annual fringe accrual cycles Management of rate letter and corresponding accruals Deferred compensation liabilities, transfers, and payouts Forecast SG&A fringe related cost centers and provide variance analysis to prior forecast and AOP Forecast balance sheet account balances for cash flow and provide explanations for variances to forecast Be the lead in managing the payroll relationship with Strada (third party payroll provider), act as liaison to resolve payroll processing or other transitional issues Oversee Strada reconciliations and journal entries each period and highlight key reconciling items during periodic meetings with Strada Timely and accurate completion of Q schedules each period in HFM for external reporting Prepare account reconciliations and clear reconciling items timely Identify and lead productivity projects across all areas of responsibility Skills Bachelor's degree in Accounting required 1+ years relevant work experience Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point) This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States MBA or CPA is a plus Organizational and communication skills Ability to multi-task and work cross-functionally Problem solving and analytical skills Detail oriented with ability to see bigger picture Benefits Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement. Medical Dental Vision Disability Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan Company Overview PepsiCo is a food and beverage company. It was founded in 1898, and is headquartered in Purchase, New York, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is