Manager, Governance

Who We Are Chomps is America’s fastest-growing meat snack brand, redefining convenient snacking with a commitment to real ingredients and bold, satisfying flavors. Crafted from 100% grass-fed, grass-finished beef and venison, along with antibiotic-free turkey and chicken, each Chomps meat stick delivers 10+ grams of high-quality protein without sugar, hormones, soy, dairy, artificial preservatives, artificial nitrates, or MSG. Seasoned with a blend of flavorful herbs and spices, Chomps provides a nutritious protein snack for the whole family. As a minority-owned, family-operated, and B Corporation-certified business, Chomps prioritizes thoughtful sourcing and recently earned the non–ultra-processed food certification through the non-GMO project. Discover a new standard in snacking at www.chomps.com . Traits of a Chompian If you’ve been called scrappy, resourceful, and persistent, then you might just be a Chompian. You’re a team player who’s self-motivated and action-oriented. You’re committed to delivering efficiency and accuracy, and you happen to be great at proactive cross-functional communication. You’re a critical thinker and a natural problem solver who enjoys details, research, and data. You take initiative and complete ownership of everything you do, and you’ll go the extra mile for your team, consumers, and audience. You’re hungry to learn with a passion to grow and improve every day. You also take a keen interest in health, fitness, and nutrition. Sound like you? Then we want to meat you. What You Will Do The Manager , Governance will support Chomps' financial integrity by assisting in the execution and monitoring of internal controls, accounting policies, and governance processes. This role works closely with senior team members to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, support audit activities, and strengthen financial processes. The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in accounting and internal controls, with a strong attention to detail and a desire to grow within governance and compliance. Responsibilities Governance & Internal Controls Assist in documenting and maintaining internal control processes, policies, and SOPs Perform control testing, identify gaps, and recommend improvements to strengthen the control environment Support process owners in maintaining effective and consistent control execution Leverage FloQast to monitor control compliance, track reconciliations, and ensure timely reviews Monitor adherence to company policies and internal control guidelines Accounting & Financial Support Prepare and review account reconciliations and journal entries for accuracy and control compliance Support month-end and year-end close processes Ensure transactions are recorded in accordance with applicable accounting standards Assist in preparing reports related to control activities and compliance metrics Audit & Compliance Support internal and external audits by preparing and organizing required documentation Assist in tracking audit findings and support remediation efforts Ensure timely and accurate responses to audit requests Risk Management & Process Improvement Participate in risk assessments of financial processes Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and strengthen controls Assist with implementing process improvements and automation initiatives Support governance considerations in system or process changes Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Finance, IT, and Operations teams to support control-related initiatives Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding control requirements and processes Lead training initiatives to promote awareness and adoption of internal controls and governance practices Who You Are Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required 5 – 7+ years of experience in accounting, internal controls, audit, or governance-related roles Exposure to SOX or similar regulatory/compliance environments preferred Understanding of accounting principles (GAAP) Familiarity with internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and risk assessment methodologies required Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite) and close management tools such as FloQast Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with data tools is a plus Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities Passion for health and/or natural foods industry preferred. Results-oriented and process-driven, with high expectations of self and team Collaborative mindset with strength in effectively receiving and communicating feedback Position : Manager, Governance Reports to : Senior Director, Controller Location : Remote Type : Full-Time, exempt Salary Range Opportunity: The salary range for this role is $120,000 - $125,000 + 20% annual bonus Compensation Philosophy & Total Comp: Our salary ranges are based on verified market data and our philosophy of paying competitively for our size and industry Individual pay rate decisions are based on several factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company In addition to base salary, full-time team members receive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K 6% match, and monthly reimbursements for wellness and home office. Other Perks: Ability to make an impact: Join a rapidly growing and entrepreneurial-spirited team at a pivotal point to positively impact the food industry. Opportunities to grow: Advance within Chomps quickly based on outstanding performance. Unlimited PTO and 15+ paid holiday days. Hybrid & flexible remote schedule. Chicago office open to those in the area. Paid maternity and paternity leave. Bi-annual total team in-person activities. Company-wide Continual Education budget. Unlimited snacks: Enough meat sticks that if you wanted to eat your body weight in them you could (no judgment here). Our Commitment Chomps is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. To achieve our mission of making nutritious food more accessible we greatly benefit from a range of perspectives, which comes from diversity of all types, at all levels of the organization. Achieving true diversity and inclusion is the right thing to do and the smart thing for our business. We're aware of the research showing that historically underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a job if they don't believe that they meet all of the criteria. Do you hesitate to submit an application because you believe you need to check every box? Please apply anyway with a thoughtful cover letter! We would love to hear from you to discuss how you can help us build a great team at Chomps. You must reside in the United States to be considered for this position. Chomps does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship at this time. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. Important Notice: It has come to our attention that fraudsters have been posing as Chomps employees or recruiters and contacting job-seeking candidates regarding potential job opportunities. These fraudulent messages sometimes include a request for payment and confidential personal information. Please note that the Chomps recruiting process does not include asking candidates for payments or other confidential financial information. If you are applying for a job, you can confirm the legitimacy of a job posting by viewing current open roles: https://chomps.com/pages/chomps-careers . If you have questions please email us at [email protected]