Sr Mgr, Accounting

Position OverviewResponsible for the coordination, compilation and presentation of weekly and monthly management reporting for selected revenue and cost line items including customer rebates and up charges (warehouse fees), which contribute to the Gross Margin section of the C&S P&L. Ensure the execution of GAAP compliant accounting and controls for these items and provide support to business partners in budget development and management. Gross Margin Finance overview. Responsible for all aspects of the financial planning and reporting cycle including budgeting & forecasting financial accounting, management reporting and performance analysis, for selected customer and vendor related revenue and cost line items, which contribute to the Gross Margin section of the C&S P&L and for inventory for the company. Inventory related activities include management, accounting and analysis of inventory shrink (inventory reduction), dead & excess inventory (unusable inventory) and key inventory reserves. Partners with Procurement leadership, customers, and vendors in executing customer supply agreements and vendor contracts

Job Description

• Ensure the accurate and timely preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecastsReview analysis of budgets and forecasts (trend analysis, business changes)Review variance analysis/bridgesLiaise with Financial Planning & Analysis to ensure correct and consistent representation in planning and reporting environments
  
• Ensure the correct weekly, monthly, and quarterly management reporting and ensure accounting complies with GAAP principles and accounting policies by customer, product line and locationWork with the Gross Margin Weekly Reporting Manager on the weekly P&L trend analysis and commentaryWork with the Gross Profit Accounting Senior Director on completing quarter end financial analysis for review packages including budget and prior year bridge files, segment gross profit analysis, and product line warehouse gross analysis.
  
• Review and/or present recurring and ad hoc projects and financial analysis
  
• Ensure a robust control environment is created and compliance is documentedBalance sheet reconciliations and journal entries are completed and reviewedEnsure procedures are documented, controls comply with accounting policies.Assess control environment ongoing, ensure any necessary changes are implemented
  
• Act as subject matter expert for analysis and accounting for the company related to selected revenue and cost line itemsCollaborate with procurement business partners to ensure business context and objectives are understoodDevelop processes and analysis to ensure the efficient and accurate delivery of procurement analysis, planning and reporting requirementsCoordinate and manage documentation/information as required for external auditorsLiaise with internal reporting groups to explain results/unusual items
  
• Assess Hyperion (financial reporting) system usage ongoing in order to automate and standardize tasks, and optimize associated processes
  
• Oversee recruitment, management and development of employees including :Identification of annual objectives and performance assessment thereofProvide training and development opportunities consistent with objectives
• Travel Required:No

Environment

• Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

Skills

• Specialized Knowledge : Proficient in Excel; Experience with financial systems and software (e.g. GL package, Financial reporting system) preferred.

Years Of Experience

• 7-10 : Relevant experience including understanding key accounting principles.

QualificationsBachelor's Degree - Accounting

Shift

CompanyC&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.
Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.