As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states.
Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers.
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Location:
7610 Clyde Park Ave - Byron Center, Michigan 49315Position Summary:
This role is responsible to provide leadership for all financial services and staff development for the department. Work closely with customer accounting and operating personnel to identify trends, issues and opportunities to improve financial performance of customer stores. Responsible for timely and quality completion of periodic tax and financial reporting for each client enterprise.
Here’s what you’ll do:
Responsible to provide leadership for the financial services group by, planning and leading all financial activities related to financial statements and payroll and tax services for enterprise clients.
Ensure client financial statements are prepared accurately in accordance with department standards.
Responsible to provide financial statements and various other financial reports to clients.
Responsible to review and/or prepare corporate, partnership, limited liability, trust and individual tax returns for clients.
Review and/or prepare quarterly estimated tax payments as required.
Ensure payroll and payroll tax returns are prepared accurately and timely in accordance with department standards.
Provide financial expertise for clients as needed.
Solicit new business by attending trade shows, etc.
Prepare department budgets and forecast updates per established basis.
Responsible for department management including staffing, training, performance management and career development of associates, and developing and monitoring department goals.
Develop and monitor department budget as required.
Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and best accounting practices; make recommendations to improve current programs and processes.
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Here’s what you’ll need:
Bachelor’s Degree (Required) in Accounting or Finance or related field.
Certified Public Accountant (Preferred)
Seven years accounting experience with financial statements and/or tax preparation experience.
Five years prior management experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and effective decision-making skills, organizational and planning skills, attention to detail, strong initiative and ability to prioritize multiple projects/deliverables.
Excellent financial/spreadsheet modeling skills.
Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Proficient in MS Office.
Experience reviewing and preparing financial statements and corporate, partnership, trust and individual tax returns.
Experience with Great Plains accounting software and Ulta Tax software preferred.
Ability to travel 10%.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
May be required to lift and/or move 20 pounds. The associate is frequently required to sit/stand/walk. While performing the duties of this position, the associate is subject to a typical office environment and is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions. Temperatures may vary for those subject to any of the following areas: computer/server room, print shop, production area). The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but may be high in distribution settings. Travel requirements vary by assignment.
As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.
SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.
We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.
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What We Do
SpartanNash (Nasdaq: SPTN) is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. As a distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash customers span a diverse group of national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers. SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and its Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states, in addition to distributing to the District of Columbia, Europe, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Honduras, Iraq, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Djibouti, Korea and Japan. To support its distribution business, the Company operates a strategically developed network of large-scale distribution facilities and a nationwide transportation fleet. In addition, the Company owns and operates nearly 200 supermarkets – primarily under the banners of Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market – and shares its operational insights to drive innovative solutions for SpartanNash food retail customers. Committed to fostering a People First culture, the SpartanNash family of Associates is 20,000 strong. For more information, visit spartannash.com.
