Job Description

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position:
The Accounting Manager works closely with managers and leadership throughout their OpCo (Operating Company, Distribution Center) as well as Corporate Vistar on a regular basis to discuss, understand and review accounting and financial performance and results for their OpCo. The Accounting Manager will need to be able to interpret, evaluate and explain financial material within the Profit & Loss (P&L) Statement, Balance Sheet (B/S) and other various financial reports. They prepare and submit analytics and reports to various levels of the organization.
Functions as a team member within the department and organization as required and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company. The Accounting Manager reports directly to the Area Accounting Manager.
Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Manages Accounting and Finance duties and responsibilities for OpCo. At times, may need to assist in cross-training, knowledge sharing and coverage for other OpCo's.
• Manages associates to include, but not limited to, staffing, training, coaching, performance management and problem resolution. Currently will manage 2 hourly Accounting staff.
• Partners with General Ledger Accounting and Internal Audit to ensure OpCo Accounting and Finance processes and related transactions adhere to financial policies and internal controls for completeness and accuracy. Including, but not limited to, inventory shrink, AP debits, receipts not invoiced (RNI), payroll, expense accruals, etc.
• Oversees month-end analysis, review, reporting and financial results for OpCo.
• Reviews P&L, B/S and other various financial reports for accuracy and completeness, with oversight to journal entries and reconciliations impacting the OpCo.
• Partners with Financial Planning and Analysis on the development of annual budgets and monthly forecasts; adding insight and making appropriate recommendations.
• Administers meetings and discussions with various levels of staff from team discussions and training, cross functional dept coordination, to executive review with OpCo President and Corporate Management as required.
• Ensures all accounting and financial reports are properly prepared and all related transactions are processed on a timely basis and within deadlines.
• Works to ensure that OpCo and Vistar are Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliant.
• Travel may be required periodically.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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Req Number
132566BR
Shift
1st Shift
Full Time / Part Time
Full Time
Required Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Accounting/Finance
5+ years + Accounting experience, including 3 years supervisory experience
Strong understanding and application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Proficiency in Excel
Division
VISTAR
Job Category
Finance
Preferred Qualifications
Distribution industry/closely related industry experience
Public company/SOX experience
Power BI
Advanced Excel skills
CPA
MBA
Company Description
Vistar customers are everywhere people work, play, and shop. Vistar is America's leading candy, snack, and beverage distributor with more than 25 distribution centers delivering everything from popcorn to healthy meal replacements anywhere in the U.S. The company has thrived by innovating, exceeding customer expectations, and fostering a collaborative culture built on teamwork, doing what's right, and giving back to the communities they serve.
Benefits
Compensation
$80,000 - $95,000 base salary + 25% annual incentive potential

Skills Required