Accounting Manager

Cumberland Farms; Westborough (MA); Sur place; USD 110 000 - 140 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive wages

Earned wage access

Paid Time Off

Medical/Health/Dental Coverage

401K with Company Match

Team Member Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings Account

Company Spirit Days

Employee recognition and awards

Résumé du poste

Cumberland Farms is seeking an Accounting Manager to join the Finance team in Westborough, MA. You will oversee complex accounting decisions, performance pay accounting, and M&A related activities with cross-functional partners.

The role requires 5+ years of accounting experience with 1-2 years leading a team, CPA license, and a BS in Accounting. Hybrid in-office schedule with strong emphasis on controls and analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Active CPA license required.
• 5+ years accounting experience with 1-2 years leading a team.
• Retail industry experience and Oracle ERP experience preferred.
• Global operations experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Prepare or review all journal entries, including performance pay.
• Oversee joint venture accounting and related entries.
• Review contracts and non-routine transactions for accounting impact.
• Manage monthly balance sheet analyses and reconciliations.
• Assist with M&A policy integration and procedures.
• Support footnote disclosures and related calculations.
• Coordinate with external parties to analyze opening balance sheets.
• Write technical accounting memos and conduct research.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and controls.
• Maintain internal controls in line with SOX requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team leadership

Analytical ability

Detail orientation

Time management

Relationship building

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA license

MBA

Outils

Oracle ERP

Description du poste

Are you curious about solving complex business challenges for a leading convenience retailer? Do you have a passion for cross functional collaboration? Then you may be the perfect addition to our team!

Cumberland Farms is one of the fastest-growing convenience retailers in the United States, committed to becoming America’s #1 ‘one-stop’ destination. The business has an established pedigree of delivering excellent fuel, grocery and merchandise, and food service. Headquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts, our Company has grown to over 1,500+ locations across the United States employing over 18,000 team members. You can find us operating under the following store banners: Certified Oil, Coen Markets, Cumberland Farms, Fastrac, Kwik Shop, Loaf N Jug, Minit Mart, Sprint Food Stores, Tom Thumb, Turkey Hill, and Quik Stop. Our US headquarters in Westborough, MA is home to our Store Support Center, Company Warehouse, and Culinary Center.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Wages
• Work today, get paid tomorrow through our earned wage access program*
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Health/Dental Coverage
• 401K with Company Match
• Team Member Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account
• Company Spirit Days
• Employee recognition and awards
• And much more!

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Sr. Director of Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting, the Accounting Manager will be a key member of the Cumberland Farms Finance team responsible for supporting complex accounting decisions, automation initiatives, and various unique transactions as the business continues to transform. Responsibilities will include contract review, footnote support, and completing government censuses. This role will be responsible for the accounting for US and Corporate HQ performance pay. This role will also oversee the accounting for M&A activity in collaboration with internal groups such as operations and FP&A as well as external parties as necessary. In addition, this role will be responsible for leading the development of process metrics related to these areas.

Responsibilities:

1. Prepare or review all required journal entries related to areas noted above, including performance pay.
2. Oversee joint venture accounting, including dividends, valuation, debt guaranty, and all related accounting entries.
3. Review significant contracts and non-routine transactions to identify key accounting considerations and assess financial reporting implications.
4. Manage the analysis and reconciliation of all related balance sheet accounts monthly.
5. Assist with integration of policies and procedures resulting from M&A activities.
6. Prepare support for footnote disclosures that overlap with key areas of responsibility, including purchase and fuel commitments.
7. Coordinate with third parties, including valuation experts, auditors, accounting departments at target companies, etc., to obtain and analyze information necessary to calculate the opening balance sheet at acquisition.
8. Write technical accounting memos and perform accounting research.
9. Identify improvement opportunities to streamline processes and procedures to increase efficiency and effectiveness for all processes within the broader team.
10. Maintain and document internal controls consistent with SOX requirements.
11. Other duties as assigned.

Working Relationships:

This individual has direct contact with most departments within the SSC and with the external auditors and internal auditors, and consultants as needed.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Preferred Education:

Master’s Degree in Accounting or MBA

Minimum Experience:

5+ years relevant experience in accounting, with 1-2 years leading a team

Preferred Experience:

Retail industry experience, experience with Oracle ERP, experience at a company with global operations

Licenses/Certifications:

Active CPA license required

Soft Skills/Competencies:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong Presentation Skills
• Ability to foster teamwork and build collaborative relationships
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Must possess analytical abilities, act strategically and plan and manage execution of initiatives
• Passion for detail and meeting deadlines
• Strong organizational skills to include effective time management in all key responsibilities of the role.
• Readily identify needs and requirements and establish plans and processes to ensure successful results.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships across the organization and with service providers

Travel:

Minimal travel required on as needed basis

Hours & Conditions:

Monday – Friday 8 hour days in office setting with hybrid schedule available

Physical Requirements:

Minimal physical effort required, sitting / standing at computer for long periods of time. Ability to maneuver and lift 10 lbs.

At Cumberland Farms, it’s important that our employees reflect the world we live in and the communities we serve. We celebrate our differences, so your unique background and skillset could bring a wonderful new perspective to our team. If you have a passion for delivering exceptional results, thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment, and bring experience in business management or related areas, we'd love to meet you - even if you don't meet every single requirement.

Consistent with Massachusetts Pay Transparency Law, we’re sharing the base salary range for this position. Final pay within this range will be based on your skills, experience, and qualifications. Base pay represents just one part of our total rewards approach. We’re proud to offer a variety of financial and non-financial benefits that invest in your overall growth, well-being, and career journey.