Accounting Manager
Performance Food Group
The Accounting Manager will drive consistent and accurate financial processes for the area of responsibility and directly supports the accurate management of supplier and customer contracts. This position plays a crucial role in the evaluation of contracts for payments to customers and receipt of payments from suppliers in various negotiated programs. In leading a team, the Accounting Manager role will identify and develop value-added financial reports, identify financial risks and opportunities, ensure compliance with corporate financial policies, and drive key initiatives. This role is expected to identify process improvements, recommend solutions, and manage their execution while providing leadership and direction to a team of 1 or more accountants. The Accounting Manager will function as a team member within the organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best fit the needs of the company.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Lead month-end financial close, including (1) providing month end closing deliverables, (2) reviewing and approving account reconciliations, and control activities, including (1) documenting standard operating procedures and (2) ensuring compliance with corporate financial policies
- Support accounting and forecasting needs working closely with internal departments/stakeholders, including Sales, Merchandising, and Operations
- Ensure contract maintenance, interpretation and contract reviews are being maintained timely
- Ensure accurate reporting and timely resolution of both customer rebates and supplier rebates
- Drive continuous process improvements through an in-depth understanding of the team’s responsibilities. Implement, maintain, and enhance SOX controls and best practices
- Manage team to include staffing, training, coaching, performance management, problem resolution, etc. Develop career paths and promote a culture of ownership, learning, and high performance for accounting staff
- Performs other related duties as assigned