Senior Accountant

Overview

This role is responsible for executing wholesale accounting and reporting processes, focusing on revenue and inventory oversight within the natural segment and small business units. Key duties include managing month-end closing procedures for the consolidated entity, supporting audit and SOX control deliverables, and periodically presenting findings to upper management. The position requires daily interaction with finance operations, procurement, inventory control, and merchandising teams to provide and interpret financial data that supports business decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Execute accounting strategies for the natural segment, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure complete and accurate financial reporting.
• Conduct weekly reviews and problem-solving based on transactional details.
• Manage month-end closing activities including system closing, journal entries, reconciliations, analytics, and reporting.
• Support both external and internal audits and ensure SOX compliance.
• Collaborate with internal business partners to deliver analytical insights, including monitoring inventory levels, cost fluctuations, item mix, and procurement activities.
• Drive process efficiencies by identifying opportunities to refine, standardize, automate, and streamline financial operations.
• Lead significant ad-hoc projects and analyses to provide senior leadership with actionable insights related to procurement and operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education/Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in a finance-related discipline, preferably Accounting or Finance.

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years progressive experience in accounting or finance with diverse exposure to accounting operations.
• Experience in food distribution is a plus.
• Proven ability to diagnose, isolate, and resolve issues, recommending and implementing effective solutions.
• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives and root cause analysis is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of finance practices, accounting and auditing principles, and financial and operational data analysis.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions within a matrix organization and influence stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating issues clearly to varied audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• Strong analytical skills to define business problems and identify operational or process solutions.
• High ethical standards, integrity, and commitment to inclusion and trust.
• Exceptional financial competence, business acumen, and organizational and technical skills.
• Familiarity with accounting systems and processes.
• Ability to work independently with good judgment, especially when direct supervision is limited.

Work Environment

• This is a remote position where the associate will primarily work from their residence.
• Remote employees may choose to work from an office but are not required to do so regularly.
• Occasional travel to company offices, distribution centers, or other locations may be required for meetings or business needs.
• Office work involves sitting for extended periods, using computers and office equipment, and occasional physical activities such as stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive 401(k) plan.
• Flexible paid time off (PTO) plan.
• Health benefits effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Mentorship programs and developmental opportunities.

Location

Remote (with occasional travel as needed)