Accounting Manager for a large privately held CPG | Food & Beverage manufacturer/distributor

SUMMARY:

Manages the General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Treasury functions of the Accounting department. Oversees monthly and annual closing process. Ensures deadlines are met on a timely basis. Coordinates on the annual audit. Sets priorities and direction for the team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Overall effective management of a team of accountants and respective accounting functions.
• Proactively manage performance and determine appropriate action(s).
• Provide accounting guidance for site operations and other corporate departments.
• Stay abreast of developing accounting literature and assist educating and disseminating changes.
• Influence, maintain, and direct accounting policies and guidelines.
• Review and approve journal entries, analysis and reconciliations.
• Manage month end close process, ensuring close deadlines are met; make necessary modifications, and timely alert senior management of problem areas or necessary modifications.
• Assist Finance Department and senior management in financial analysis and explain results.
• Analyze and validate financial information at the business segment and account levels.
• Assist Finance Department and site operations in the annual budget process.
• Oversees balance sheets reconciliation and review balance sheets reconciliation with Branch Accountants on a quarterly basis.
• Review accounting policies for consistency and compliance with GAAP.
• Identify areas for potential efficiencies and processes standardization and improvements.
• Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Accounting, Corporate Controller and senior management.

EDUCATION/SKILLS/WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor degree in accounting required, CPA preferred
• Thorough understanding of US GAAP (required)
• 10+ years of related accounting experience
• 5+ years of experience managing a team
• Proven experience in successfully leading an accounting team
• Self-starter who relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Proven ability to perform well under pressure and in a high-volume and changing environment
• Demonstrate consistency, flexibility and commitment to meet deadlines
• Experience in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel (intermediate level), and accounting software systems
• Proven planning, task organizing and execution skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively deal with a variety of individuals.
• Strong customer service skills and proven ability to work with both internal and external associates and customers at all levels
• Proven ability to excel in a team environment