Sr. Accountant

Overview

This role executes wholesale accounting and reporting processes, including oversight of revenue and inventory for the natural segment and small business units. The position also performs month-end reporting close procedures into the consolidated entity, delivers audit and SOX control requirements, and periodically presents updates to upper management.

This role interfaces with all levels of the organization, with daily interaction primarily across finance operations, procurement, inventory control, and merchandising—providing and interpreting financial data to support business decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Execute the Natural accounting strategy using strong communication and collaboration skills to partner cross-functionally and deliver complete and accurate financial results.
• Perform weekly reviews and problem-solving based on transactional details, and support month-end closing activities, including system close, entries, reconciliations, analytics, and reporting.
• Support both external and internal audits and SOX compliance deliverables.
• Collaborate with internal business partners to provide analytical deliverables, including monitoring inventory levels, cost fluctuations, item mix, and procurement activities.
• Proactively drive efficiencies across accounting processes with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Identify opportunities to refine, standardize, automate, and/or streamline financial processes and operations to improve effectiveness, accuracy, and analytical capability.
• Lead significant ad-hoc projects and analysis that provide insight to senior leadership to facilitate action 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

• 4+ years of progressive work experience in an accounting/finance environment with diverse experience in accounting operations
• Food distribution experience a plus
• Experience diagnosing, isolating, and resolving issues and recommending and implementing strategies to resolve problems
• Demonstrated experience participating in continuous improvement initiatives and root cause analysis preferred

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge of finance practices, accounting and auditing principles, and the reporting and analysis of financial and operational data
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a matrix structure and influence stakeholders
• Ability to effectively articulate an issue or point of view to a varied audience verbally and in writing
• Ability to meet rigorous deadlines, multi-task, prioritize responsibilities, and coordinate and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to analyze and define business problems and identify appropriate operational or process solutions
• Strong ethics, integrity, inclusion, and trust
• Exceptional financial competence, strong business acumen, and robust organizational and technical skills
• Knowledge of accounting systems and processes; exceptional communication skills; ability to grow and develop a highly engaged team
• Ability to balance the demands of a rapidly growing, complex environment
• Good judgment required, as direct supervision may not be immediately available at times

Location

• Remote role: Remote associates perform remote work from their primary residence. Remote associates may work from the office but are not required to do so. While not required to work from an office on a regular basis, associates may be required to come to an office or other locations for necessary business reasons or if directed by their manager.
• Travel (minor): May require travel to company offices, distribution centers, or other locations for specific meetings or other business reasons.

Physical Environment / Demands

• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.
• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at a desk or computer terminal.
• Regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment during the normal workday.
• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required to complete job duties.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive 401k
• Flexible PTO plan
• Remote work
• Health benefits—first of the month following 30 days of employment
• Mentorship program/developmental opportunities